Arlies Primary School
73%
Capacity
195
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Arlies Primary School
Arlies Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Arlies Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Hughes, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10772nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 57 in Tameside.
Arlies Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 13 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Arlies Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 16 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arlies Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Football, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Arlies Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Broadhill Road, Stalybridge, Tameside, SK15 1HQ |
| Headteacher | Lucy Hughes |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.9% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 266 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10772nd of 13,686
Nationally
1584th of 2,065
In North West
46th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broadhill Road, Stalybridge
Tameside, SK15 1HQ
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