Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School

URN: 105847 • Littleborough OL15 0ES

Overview

Name
Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School
URN
105847
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Antonia Firth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01706378083
Website
Visit
Address
Bridgenorth Drive, Littleborough OL15 0ES

Summary

Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School, located in Littleborough, Rochdale, is a mixed foundation school catering to 411 pupils, with a capacity of 450. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to achieve, grow, smile, and dream. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of personal development alongside academic success, promoting values such as British values, environmental awareness, and mental well-being through initiatives like the Eco Council and My Happy Mind.

The curriculum at Smithy Bridge is designed to provide a well-rounded education across various subjects, including art, science, and physical education. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including a choir and a Forest School program, to enhance learning experiences outside the classroom. Support for students is a priority, with provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and a focus on pupil premium initiatives to ensure all children can thrive.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Smithy Bridge Primary, with active participation from parents through the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and various school events. The school is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. For more information, visit their website at www.sbs.rochdale.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Rochdale
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
411
Boys
204
Girls
207
FSM %
8.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 411 204 207 450 8.60
2024-09-11 428 215 213 450 8.00
2023-09-11 442 231 211 450 9.70
2022-09-11 442 231 211 450 9.70
2021-09-11 428 220 208 450 10.00
2020-09-11 441 222 219 450 8.20

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