Bamford Academy is a academy converter serving families in Manchester and the wider Rochdale area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Bamford Academy caters for mixed pupils from 4 to 11 years. With 360 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 390, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 01 March 2023, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.