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St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School

Moss Side Street, Shawforth, Rochdale, OL12 8EP

Academy converter · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2023

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65% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

82.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

82.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Our Lady and St Anselm's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitworth

1.76 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Britannia Community Primary School

1.79 km away · Community school

Good

Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School

2.71 km away · Community school

Good

St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

2.9 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

3 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

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About St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School

St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Rochdale, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 115 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Moss Side Street, Rochdale, OL12 8EP | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2023 — School remains Good
May 2012 — Good (predecessor: St John with St Michael Church of England Primary School, Shawforth)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School

What is St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?

St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School located?

St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Rochdale, Lancashire (OL12 8EP).

How many pupils attend St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School?

St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School has around 115 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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