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Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Sutherland Road, Darnhill, Heywood, OL10 3PD

Academy sponsor led · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2023

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

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Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, Heywood

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

69.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

55.0%

RWM Combined

48.0%

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About Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Heywood, Rochdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 48% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 216 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Sutherland Road, Heywood, OL10 3PD | More schools in Rochdale

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2023 — Good
Jun 2019 — Inadequate (predecessor: Our Lady and St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Heywood)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

What is Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy's latest exam results?

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 48% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy located?

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Heywood, Rochdale (OL10 3PD).

How many pupils attend Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy?

Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy has around 216 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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