Crossgates Primary School

A good foundation school school in Rochdale. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Crossgates Primary School.

Rochdale, OL163HB Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

62

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
66.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 78.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 7.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
29 March 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Kiln Lane
Milnrow
Rochdale, OL163HB
Phone
1706654573
Website
crossgates.rochdale.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
105846
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Address
Kiln Lane, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 3HB
Website
www.crossgates.rochdale.sch.uk/
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
315 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
314
Free School Meals
15.0% (47 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.5% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.7%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
6.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
78.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
7.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
78.0 (+19.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
6.9 (10.6 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.3 (2.3 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 105.0
2023 106.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
39
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
314 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Community Compassion Growth Effort Ready Respectful Safe

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs D. Mitchell states it is a privilege to lead Crossgates, a happy, nurturing and successful school with a strong sense of community. The school aims to provide the best possible educational opportunities and a rich, exciting curriculum, and invites families to visit and view the school in action.

Curriculum Highlights

Reading is at the heart of the curriculum and daily reading lessons run from Foundation Stage to Year 6 to develop fluent, expressive reading for enjoyment and purpose. PSHE and RSE are central to development, organised into three strands: Relationships, Living in the Wider World, and Health and Wellbeing, focusing on wellbeing and decision-making. The curriculum emphasises experiential learning, with visitors, educational and residential trips, and outdoor learning to enhance understanding and wellbeing. Music, art, and sports specialists work alongside teaching staff to enhance curriculum delivery, with progressions overseen by subject leaders. Assessment is subject-specific and used to feedback in the moment to help children improve, with regular learning walks, book looks and pupil voice informing curriculum review.

SEND Provision

The school is fully committed to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) so that they can reach their full potential and enjoy school life. SEND provision is led by the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) Mrs McMahon, who works with staff, families and external agencies to make sure that all children are given the opportunity to succeed in a nurturing and inclusive environment. This includes adapted classroom teaching, small group or individual support, use of specialist resources or strategies, and support from outside professionals such as speech and language therapists, educational psychologists and health services. The school works closely with families to ensure understanding of needs and regular review of support, with children encouraged to share their views and take an active role in learning.

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