The school was opened as an academy under the leadership of the current headteacher in September 2012. It is sponsored by the Oldham College and is part of a network, which incorporates Waterhead Academy, the Oldham College and University College Oldham. It is a smaller-than-average sized primary school although its popularity is growing with numbers rising quickly since September 2012. The large majority of pupils are of White British heritage. The proportion from minority ethnic groups is below average but is increasing steadily. The proportion of pupils supported by the pupil premium is high and about three times the national average. The pupil premium is additional funding for pupils known to be eligible for free school meals and children looked after by the local authority. The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs supported through school action is below average. The proportion supported at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs is also below average. The academy meets the government’s current floor standard. This is the minimum expectation for pupils’ attainment and progress in English and mathematics by the end of Year 6. The academy offers a breakfast club each day and holiday care throughout the year.