Moor First School

About Moor First School

Moor First School is a relatively small semi-rural school in Biddulph Moor which works in partnership with parents, children, governors and the community to provide pupils with the very best learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Together we unlock potential and learn for life. Our Ethos Curriculum Nursery Safeguarding Policies Parent Pay Easy Fundraising SENCO Information Test Results Wellbeing/Mental Health

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs V Atherton

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 28 responses • 45.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.4% positive 3.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.4% positive 3.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

89.3% positive 10.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.3% positive 7.2% negative

My child does well at this school

92.8% positive 3.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 28 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

2.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 3

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Emily B

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School Experience"

I've been impressed with the school's commitment to our child's learning and well-being. The staff are friendly and approachable, and the facilities are always clean and well-maintained. My child has thrived in their classes and has developed a love for learning. We're so grateful to be a part of the Moor First School community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Daniel T

Parent Mar 20, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Education and Values"

We've been very happy with our child's education at Moor First School. The teachers are supportive and challenging, and the school's values of kindness, empathy, and resilience are evident in everything they do. We appreciate the opportunities for our child to learn beyond the classroom, too - the forest school sessions have been a highlight!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Samantha G

Parent Oct 25, 2021

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We moved our child to Moor First School a few years ago, and while the school has many strengths, there have been times when communication with the staff was a bit lacking. However, the school's commitment to special needs support has been really impressive, and our child has loved their time in the nursery. With a few tweaks to communication, we think the school has the potential to be even better.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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