Fir Bank Primary School
URN: 146813 • Oldham OL2 6SJ
Overview
- Name
- Fir Bank Primary School
- URN
- 146813
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE OAK TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachael McLaughlin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01616249577
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Grasmere Road, Oldham OL2 6SJ
Summary
Fir Bank Primary School, located in Oldham, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 235 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The vision emphasizes fairness, inclusiveness, respect, and kindness, fostering responsible citizenship among students.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Rachael McLaughlin, Fir Bank prioritises strong relationships with parents and the community, believing that collaboration enhances educational opportunities. The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and broaden their understanding of the world.
Fir Bank is committed to continuous improvement, with a dedicated team of staff working together to support student achievement. The school maintains a nut and sesame-free policy to ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its vibrant learning environment firsthand.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Rachael McLaughlin, Fir Bank prioritises strong relationships with parents and the community, believing that collaboration enhances educational opportunities. The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and broaden their understanding of the world.
Fir Bank is committed to continuous improvement, with a dedicated team of staff working together to support student achievement. The school maintains a nut and sesame-free policy to ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its vibrant learning environment firsthand.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bare Trees Primary School (75.2)
- Buckstones Primary School (74.2)
- Corpus Christi RC Primary School (70.7)
- Greenhill Primary School (70.2)
- Roundthorn Community Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oldham
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE OAK TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 235
- Boys
- 115
- Girls
- 120
- FSM %
- 12.90
- Open date
- 2019-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 235 | 115 | 120 | 210 | 12.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 233 | 114 | 119 | 210 | 10.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 227 | 110 | 117 | 210 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 227 | 110 | 117 | 210 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 97 | 110 | 210 | 13.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 210 | 92 | 118 | 210 | 12.40 |
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