Roundthorn Primary Academy
Roundthorn Road, Oldham, OL4 5LNOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Roundthorn Primary Academy is a primary school in Oldham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 126 schools in Oldham. It ranks 16th of 66 primary schools in Oldham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 December 2023, report published 31 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 6 December 2023
Warm relationships lie at the heart of Roundthorn Primary Academy. Pupils flourish in the knowledge that this school expects the best from them, both academically and in preparation for life as responsible citizens. Many pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. Pupils arrive at school happy and keen to learn. In lessons, they listen attentively. Pupils move around the school sensibly and quietly. Pupils are polite and welcoming towards visitors, for example by holding doors open for them and smiling in greeting. From the outset, children in early years learn about their feelings and emotions. The school encourages pupils of all ages to talk to staff if they have any concerns. Pupils value the respectful relationships that they have with staff. They know that their opinions matter. The school provides an exceptional programme to develop pupils' learning beyond the academic curriculum. Pupils benefit from a wide range of exciting trips, as well as visitors coming into school to speak about a range of topics. The school is ambitious for pupils' future. Older pupils take part in science lessons at a local college to further develop their enthusiasm and knowledge of the subject. They learn about potential career choices. Across the school, pupils are encouraged to take on various leadership responsibilities, such as being a 'friend of Roundthorn' or a health champion.
What the school should improve
- At times, staff do not deliver the phonics programme as clearly as the school intends. This means that some pupils do not learn all that they should to gain secure phonics knowledge. The school should ensure that staff have the relevant training to develop their expertise and implement the phonics programme as effectively as possible.
- In a small number of subjects, the checks that teachers make on learning do not identify the gaps in pupils' knowledge. This means that, on occasion, some pupils' learning is disconnected. Teachers should make sure that the assessment information that they gather enables them to identify clearly and address misunderstandings or gaps in pupils' knowledge.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
245 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Roundthorn Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glodwick Infant and Nursery School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Oasis Academy Clarksfield | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Alt Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 40% met the expected standard |
| St Thomas' Leesfield CofE Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| Alexandra Park Junior School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 43% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Joelle Hardman
- Phone
- 01617708600
- Address
- Roundthorn Road, Oldham, OL4 5LN
- Local authority
- Oldham
- URN
- 140100
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.