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St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale

Vicarage Road South, Castleton, Rochdale, OL11 2TN

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2024

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48% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

74.0%

Maths

55.0%

RWM Combined

48.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Castleton Primary School

0.4 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

St Edward's Church of England Primary School

0.71 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

St John's Church of England Primary School, Thornham

1.37 km away · Academy converter

Good

Sandbrook Community Primary School

1.54 km away · Academy converter

Requires improvement

Holy Family Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

1.58 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale

St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale is a primary school in Rochdale, Rochdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 48% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 191 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Vicarage Road South, Rochdale, OL11 2TN | More schools in Rochdale

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2024 — Good
Jun 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale

What is St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale's Ofsted rating?

St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale's latest exam results?

St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale: KS2 2024/25: 48% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale located?

St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale is a primary school in Rochdale, Rochdale (OL11 2TN).

How many pupils attend St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale?

St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale has around 191 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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