St Matthew's CofE Primary School

URN: 105709 • Oldham OL9 0BN

Overview

Name
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
URN
105709
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Buxton-Moore (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01616249829
Website
Visit
Address
Chadderton Hall Road, Oldham OL9 0BN

Summary

St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Oldham, accommodating 406 pupils with a capacity for 420. The school is committed to fostering a caring and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. With a focus on the values of excellence, happiness, and achievement, the staff work diligently to support each student's individual needs, ensuring a personalised approach to education.

The school emphasises the importance of strong partnerships with parents, viewing them as essential collaborators in their children's learning journey. St Matthew's integrates Christian values into its curriculum, in collaboration with St Matthew’s Church, promoting a sense of community and shared responsibility among students, families, and staff.

St Matthew's has been recognised for its outstanding personal development, behaviour, and welfare, reflecting its dedication to nurturing well-rounded individuals. The school provides a vibrant educational experience that prepares students for future challenges while instilling solid citizenship values and resilience.

Key details

LA
Oldham
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
406
Boys
193
Girls
213
FSM %
14.80
Open date
Close date
2025-01-31
Last Ofsted
2023-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 406 193 213 420 14.80
2024-09-11 396 193 203 420 17.20
2023-09-11 402 184 218 420 19.40
2022-09-11 402 184 218 420 19.40
2021-09-11 405 189 216 420 15.60
2020-09-11 410 200 210 420 12.40

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