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Bamford Academy

Bamford Logo NEW 2024Bamford Academy provides the first important steps on a child’s amazing journey of lifelong learning. 

Bamford Academy have a privileged role in nurturing children to realise and fulfil their individuality and their ambitions; to have the highest aspirations for themselves and support them on their journeys.

At Bamford Academy, school is fun, the children and staff are happy, they feel challenged and stimulated and enjoy success as a result.

Headteacher: Samantha Gaskell

Address: Belgium St, Rochdale OL11 5PS

Telephone01706 631496

Email: office@bamfordacademy.co.uk

Websitewww.bamfordacademy.co.uk

Admissions Arrangements for entry September 2026

The Local Authority is responsible for all admissions to Bamford Academy. Please follow the links below for the current admissions arrangements, admissions policy, and a timetable of key dates:

Apply for a reception place - Rochdale Borough Council - Admissions Arrangements

Bamford Academy - Admissions Policy for entry 2026

DATES INFORMATION
Monday 15 September 2025 The online admissions system opens for primary school places starting in September 2026
Thursday 15 January 2026

Closing date for applications

Ensure your reception class application for a primary school is submitted before this date. Otherwise, you will need to apply for a late application.

Friday 13 February 2026 Last date for any changes to the address in your application
Thursday 16 April 2026 National Offer Day
Sunday 10 May 2026 Closing date for Round 2 applications
Tuesday 19 May 2026 Appeals lodged
Friday 5 June 2026 Round 2 offers are sent
Saturday 6 June 2026

Online applications re-open

The online admissions system re-opens for primary school places starting in September 2026

Tuesday 21 July 2026 Appeals heard
Monday 31 August 2026 Final closing date for applications