What is the best primary school in Rochdale?

On our composite score, All Souls Church of England Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Rochdale, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Rochdale?

There are 56 primary schools in Rochdale with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Rochdale ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Rochdale?

Applications for Reception places in Rochdale starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Rochdale

Compare 56 top-rated primary schools in Rochdale, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: All Souls Church of England Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: All Souls Church of England Primary School vs Bowlee Park Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Rochdale

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All Souls Church of England Primary School

Bowlee Park Community Primary School

Healey Foundation Primary School

St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford

Hopwood Community Primary School

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Kentmere Primary Academy

Greenbank Primary School

Crossgates Primary School

Milnrow Parish Church of England Primary School

Ashfield Valley Primary School

Alkrington Primary School

Hamer Community Primary School

Whittaker Moss Primary School

Littleborough Community Primary School

Deeplish Primary Academy

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Belfield Community School

Heybrook Primary School

St Gabriel's Church of England Primary School

St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Boarshaw Community Primary School

Shawclough Community Primary School

St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School

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