PrimaryData as of May 2026

Castleton Primary School

Hillcrest Road, Castleton, Rochdale, OL11 2QD

Community school

Pupils

335

Ages

3-11

FSM

29.8%

Capacity

350

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

61.0%

Maths

84.0%

RWM Combined

55.0%

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About Castleton Primary School

Castleton Primary School is a primary school in Rochdale, Rochdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 335 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Hillcrest Road, Rochdale, OL11 2QD | More schools in Rochdale

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Castleton Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Requires improvement
Oct 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Castleton Primary School

What is Castleton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Castleton Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Castleton Primary School's latest exam results?

Castleton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Castleton Primary School located?

Castleton Primary School is a primary school in Rochdale, Rochdale (OL11 2QD).

How many pupils attend Castleton Primary School?

Castleton Primary School has around 335 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Castleton Primary School with other schools?

View Castleton Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Rochdale.