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Meadows School

Rochdale, Rochdale, North West · OL12 9EN

With just 19 pupils on its roll, Meadows School is a very small independent school in Rochdale, led by Head Mrs Paula Forth. Mixed and non-denominational, it takes pupils from age 11 and operates an 11+ entry point, though its intimate scale means it functions very differently from a large mainstream secondary. The school is inspected by the ISI and offers GCSE qualifications. Its size will appeal to families seeking a closely supervised, small-group environment rather than the breadth of a bigger institution.

19

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
19
Location
Rochdale, Rochdale, North West
Website
http://meadows-school.co.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mrs Paula Forth

Latest results

Attainment 8

2.2

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Meadows School prepares pupils for GCSE examinations. Its published results sit well below national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 2.2 against a national average of 46.9, and no pupils recorded as achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths in the reported year, compared with a national average of 47%. Such figures should be read in the context of a tiny cohort, where a handful of pupils can heavily skew the headline numbers, and parents are encouraged to discuss individual provision directly with the school.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A very small independent setting in Rochdale for families who value an intimate environment; its published academic results warrant a careful conversation with the school before applying.

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Meadows School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Meadows School located?

Meadows School is located at Egerton House, Wardle Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL12 9EN.

What type of school is Meadows School?

Meadows School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Meadows School?

Meadows School has approximately 19 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.