Hamer Community Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Albert Royds Street, Rochdale, OL16 2SUOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Hamer Community Primary School is a primary school in Rochdale for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 105 schools in Rochdale. It ranks 25th of 32 primary schools in Rochdale. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2013.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 1 October 2013, report published 23 October 2013

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 5 March 2024

Pupils delight in attending this caring school. Each morning, they happily arrive with bright smiles, ready to embrace the day ahead. Staff greet pupils warmly and help them to settle into their learning activities immediately. Typically, pupils meet the school's high expectations for their academic success. They are ready for their next stage. Pupils have positive, resilient attitudes towards their learning. They relish taking on new challenges and confidently told the inspector that they learn from mistakes. This means that most pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), flourish academically and socially. Pupils are well cared for. They know that they can speak to a trusted adult if they have any concerns. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. Some older pupils, easily recognisable in their blue jumpers, relish their roles as school prefects. Younger pupils follow clear routines that help them to develop their independence. Pupils work and play harmoniously together. There is a calm, purposeful feel to the school. The school provides pupils with the opportunity to take part in a wide range of clubs and experiences. Many pupils take up this offer. Pupils learn to voice their opinions and they know that their opinions matter. The school council plays an active role in making positive changes in school. Pupils take part in debates and some pupils present at community level. Pupils are extremely proud to be part of this school.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

44 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths55%

55%, 7 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths0%

0%, 8 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score101

101, 5 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score103

103, 2 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score104

104, 1 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

323 pupils on roll, with places for 345

Eligible for free school meals52.9%

52.9%, 26.4 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language64.7%

64.7%, 43.1 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support18.3%

18.3%, 3.5 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan5.3%

5.3%, 0.7 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Hamer Community Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Alice Ingham Roman Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy0.1 milesOfsted: Good55% met the expected standard
Kentmere Primary Academy0.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding71% met the expected standard
Heybrook Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Good73% met the expected standard
All Saints Church of England Primary School0.5 milesOfsted judgements: Good69% met the expected standard
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Good66% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Community school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mrs Victoria Terry
Address
Albert Royds Street, Rochdale, OL16 2SU
Local authority
Rochdale
URN
105800

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.