St James' Church of England Primary School, located on Crossfield Road in Rochdale, Lancashire, is an academy converter serving the primary phase for children aged 4-11. The school is situated in an urban setting and serves the local community of Wardle and surrounding areas. With a total enrolment of 214 pupils, it slightly exceeds its capacity of 210, indicating its popularity and demand within the community. The school is mixed gender, welcoming both boys and girls, and operates with a Church of England religious character. St James' prides itself on its motto ‘Through Love, Serve One Another,’ which is reflected in its community-driven ethos and commitment to inclusive education. The school does not have a nursery or sixth form, focusing exclusively on primary education.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
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