2026 Best Primary Schools in Heywood Area

Heywood primary schools achieve exceptional results, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.6/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.3/10 (Good). All Souls Church of England Primary School, St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford, and Hopwood Community Primary School lead the area, where 62% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths, compared to 62% nationally. With 5% achieving the higher standard—compared with England's 8%—Heywood's 9 primary schools demonstrate strong academic foundations. Families across Heywood benefit from well-established community schools with consistently high performance. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.