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Schools in OL4

A postcode district in Oldham

  • Postcode district
  • 37 schools and nurseries

In short: OL4 is a postcode district in Oldham with 16 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 18 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3716 primary · 3 secondary · 18 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in OL4

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All OL4 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in OL4

16 in OL4, best first

Greenacres Primary Academy

Oldham, OL4 2AX · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Strong standard or better

Results below the England average.

44 first choices, 29 offers made

Met the standard at 1157%

England 62%

Days missed
5.2%
Pupils
254
Pupils per teacher
29.6
View school Greenacres Primary Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in OL4

3 in OL4, best first

Oasis Academy Leesbrook

Oldham, OL4 5JE · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

156 first choices, 252 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1640.4

England 46.2

Days missed
8.1%
Pupils
1,349
Pupils per teacher
18.1
View school Oasis Academy Leesbrook

Co-op Academy Strinesdale

Oldham, OL4 3NY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 3 areas

Results well below the England average.

61 first choices, 83 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1637.9

England 46.2

Days missed
9.2%
Pupils
761
Pupils per teacher
15.1
View school Co-op Academy Strinesdale
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Nurseries in OL4

18 in OL4, highest Ofsted grade first

A-Star Kids

Oldham, OL4 1JW · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Good

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

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Private Schools in OL4

1 in OL4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Sapience Girls Academy

Oldham, OL4 1ER · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Good

Independent school. Results below the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1639.8

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
51
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Sapience Girls Academy
The map

Every school in OL4, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Glodwick Infant and Nursery School, OutstandingKnowsley Junior School, Needs attention in 1 areaSpringhead Infant and Nursery School, Expected standard or betterHorton Mill Community Primary School, Requires improvement in 2 areasSt Agnes CofE Primary School, GoodSt Thomas' Leesfield CofE Primary School, GoodRoundthorn Primary Academy, GoodGreenhill Academy, GoodSt Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School, GoodCo-op Academy Strinesdale, Requires improvement in 3 areasGreenacres Primary Academy, Strong standard or betterOasis Academy Leesbrook, GoodOasis Academy Clarksfield, GoodLittlemoor Primary School, Requires improvementSapience Girls Academy, GoodSt Edwards Roman Catholic Primary, a Voluntary Academy, GoodSt Hugh's CofE Primary School, Needs attention in 6 areasHey-with-Zion Primary School, GoodSt Anne's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Requires improvementGreenacres Laugh 'N' Learn, GoodPremier Daycare, GoodOberlin Street Nursery, GoodKids Planet Springhead, GoodGiggle and Grow Glodwick, GoodMoorside Stars, GoodA-Star Kids, GoodThe Village Day Nursery, GoodLearnaid Nursery, GoodBrooklands Day Nursery, GoodAdorable steps childcare limited, GoodTH Day Care Ltd t/a Shooting Stars Pre School Nursery, GoodCornerhouse Day Nursery, GoodLees Laugh n Learn, GoodSaddleworth Stars, OutstandingLeesfield Pre-School Group, GoodALEXANDRA PRESCHOOLForest Friends Pre-School Ltd
  • Outstanding2
  • Good25
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every OL4 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

OL4 has 37 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about OL4

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How many schools are in OL4?

OL4 has 37 schools, including 16 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 18 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in OL4?

The highest-ranked schools in OL4 on Eduscope are St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School, Greenacres Primary Academy, St Thomas' Leesfield CofE Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in OL4?

There is 1 independent school in OL4. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in OL4?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 37 schools in OL4 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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