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2025 Best Primary Schools in Rochdale Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Rochdale. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Rochdale

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State · Primary
#1ROCHDALE
#1,448England

Caldershaw Primary School

Edenfield Road, Rochdale, OL12 7QL
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
241 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 216 applications
Subscription: 7.2xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#2ROCHDALE
#2,042England

Healey Foundation Primary School

Earnshaw Avenue, Rochdale, OL12 0ST
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
208 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 80 applications
Subscription: 2.7xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#3ROCHDALE
#3,668England

Whittaker Moss Primary School

Highwood, Rochdale, OL11 5XP
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
440 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School57 offers / 166 applications
Subscription: 2.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#4ROCHDALE
#3,809England

Crossgates Primary School

Kiln Lane, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 3HB
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
314 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School39 offers / 90 applications
Subscription: 2.3xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#5ROCHDALE
#5,063England

Ashfield Valley Primary School

New Barn Lane, Rochdale, OL11 1TA
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
236 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 95 applications
Subscription: 3.2xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#6ROCHDALE
#5,184England

Brimrod Community Primary School

Holborn Street, Rochdale, OL11 4NB
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
220 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School20 offers / 71 applications
Subscription: 3.5xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#7ROCHDALE
#5,362England

Shawclough Community Primary School

Thrum Hall Lane, Rochdale, OL12 6DE
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
438 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School34 offers / 73 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#8ROCHDALE
#5,673England

Milnrow Parish Church of England Primary School

St James Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 3JT
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
210 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School23 offers / 70 applications
Subscription: 3.0xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9ROCHDALE
#5,813England

All Saints Church of England Primary School, Rochdale

Maud Street, Rochdale, OL12 0EL
Rochdale council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
226 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School19 offers / 54 applications
Subscription: 2.8xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Rochdale

Interactive map showing primary and all-through schools in Rochdale. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Rochdale

Ashfield Valley is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ANuqtah Primary SchoolIndependentPrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Nuqtah Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Balderstone is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#42St Mary's Church of England Primary School, BalderstoneStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Balderstone#42
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Belfield is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#30Belfield Community SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Belfield Community School#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Castleton is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14Castleton Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
#23Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#28St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#36St Edward's Church of England Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
N/ABeech House SchoolIndependentAll-through2-16 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Castleton Primary School, Rochdale#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Rochdale#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St Edward's Church of England Primary School, Rochdale#36
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Beech House SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 2-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Deeplish is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11Deeplish Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Deeplish Primary Academy#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Foxholes is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#25St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Hallfold is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#33St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School, Rochdale#33
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Hamer is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#19Hamer Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Hamer Community Primary School#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Healey is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2Healey Foundation Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Healey Foundation Primary School#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Heybrook is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29Heybrook Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Heybrook Primary School#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Highwood is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Whittaker Moss Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Whittaker Moss Primary School#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Kingsway is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#43Lowerplace Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Lowerplace Primary School#43
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Kirkholt is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21Holy Family Roman Catholic Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Holy Family Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Marland is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#17Marland Hill Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Marland Hill Community Primary School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Meanwood is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#39Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School#39
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Milnrow is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4Crossgates Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#8Milnrow Parish Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#37Moorhouse AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#41Alice Ingham Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary AcademyStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Crossgates Primary School#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Milnrow Parish Church of England Primary School#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Moorhouse Academy#37
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Alice Ingham Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy#41
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Newbold is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6Brimrod Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#10St Andrew's Church of England Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#24Greenbank Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Brimrod Community Primary School#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School and Nursery#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Greenbank Primary School, Rochdale#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Newhey is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#20St Thomas' Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandInformation not available
#40Newhey Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Thomas' Church of England Primary School#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Information not available
Newhey Community Primary School#40
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Norden is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1Caldershaw Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#13St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicRequires Improvement
#31Norden Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Caldershaw Primary School#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Norden Primary Academy#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Rochdale is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15Bamford AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Bamford Academy#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Rochdale Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#32St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Sandbrook is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#35Sandbrook Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Sandbrook Community Primary School#35
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Shawclough is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Shawclough Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Shawclough Community Primary School#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Shawforth is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#27St John With St Michael Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Smallbridge is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5Ashfield Valley Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#9All Saints Church of England Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#18St Peter's Church of England Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#22Kentmere Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Ashfield Valley Primary School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
All Saints Church of England Primary School, Rochdale#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Rochdale#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Kentmere Primary Academy#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Sparrow Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#26Broadfield Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Broadfield Community Primary School#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Spotland is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#38Spotland Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Spotland Primary Academy#38
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Wardle is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#16St James' Church of England Primary School, RochdaleStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St James' Church of England Primary School, Rochdale#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Whitworth is a popular residential pocket within the Rochdale area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochdale and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12Our Lady and St Anselm's Roman Catholic Primary School, WhitworthStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#34Tonacliffe Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Our Lady and St Anselm's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitworth#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Tonacliffe Primary School#34
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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