Dowson Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
475
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Dowson Primary Academy
Dowson Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 475 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 475 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dowson Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Thornburn, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6854th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 57 in Tameside.
Dowson Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
Dowson Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dowson Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Dowson Primary Academy 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 | Marlborough Road, Hyde, Tameside, SK14 5HU |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Thornburn |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 475 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 475 / 475 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6854th of 13,686
Nationally
987th of 2,065
In North West
29th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marlborough Road, Hyde
Tameside, SK14 5HU
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