Is Norden Primary Academy part of an academy trust?

Yes — Norden Primary Academy is part of THE HARMONY TRUST LTD.

Where is Norden Primary Academy?

Norden Primary Academy is located at Shawfield Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 7RQ.

Norden Primary Academy

Shawfield Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 7RQ

Not rated

Not yet inspected

Not inspected

Ofsted

Primary

Phase

3–11

Ages

Mixed

Gender

Academy converter

Type

About Norden Primary Academy

Norden Primary Academy is an academy converter in Rochdale, England, for pupils aged 3–11. It is part of THE HARMONY TRUST LTD. 14.1% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 17.3% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Rochdale →
School Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 3–11
Gender: Mixed
School Capacity: 420
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

14.1%

Free school meals

17.3%

EAL

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

School finances

2024-25

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

£3,265

Spend per pupil

£3,489

Income per pupil

65%

Spent on teaching staff

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address: Shawfield Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 7RQ
Phone: 01706641013
Headteacher: Rachael Bentham
Website: https://www.norden.theharmonytrust.org/

Academy Trust

THE HARMONY TRUST LTD →

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Norden Primary Academy?: Norden Primary Academy is an academy converter in Rochdale, England, for pupils aged 3–11.
Is Norden Primary Academy part of an academy trust?: Yes — Norden Primary Academy is part of THE HARMONY TRUST LTD.
Where is Norden Primary Academy?: Norden Primary Academy is located at Shawfield Lane, Rochdale, Rochdale, OL12 7RQ.

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