Hollingworth Primary School

About Hollingworth Primary School

Hollingworth Primary School is a state-funded, mixed primary school in Tameside for children aged 3 to 11, with a published capacity of 210 pupils. The school does not have a religious character and offers nursery provision. To understand demand, the most reliable signal is the school’s own admission data, which is not provided here, but the fact that it operates within a local authority where only one of 76 primary schools holds an Outstanding Ofsted rating suggests that Good-rated schools like Hollingworth are likely to be popular choices for local families. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is not given in the data, so it is not possible to compare this directly with the national or local average. However, the school’s facilities — including a gymnasium, sensory room, library, playing fields, and a chapel — indicate a broad offer that goes beyond the core curriculum, which may appeal to families looking for a well-resourced setting.

Academically, Hollingworth was rated Good in its most recent graded Ofsted inspection, which took place in 2013, and an ungraded inspection in 2023 confirmed that the school remains Good. The previous inspection in 2011 had rated the school as Requires Improvement, so the improvement to Good represents a clear upward trajectory. The Ofsted breakdown shows that both leadership and management and overall effectiveness were graded as Good in the 2013 inspection. No specific Key Stage 2 SATs results or Progress 8 scores are provided in the data, so it is not possible to compare the school’s academic performance against the Tameside local authority average of 62 for KS2. Similarly, there is no information on A-Level outcomes, as this is a primary school without a sixth form. Parents seeking detailed academic metrics would need to consult the school’s own published results or the Department for Education’s performance tables.

For families considering Hollingworth, the school offers a range of sporting opportunities including netball, athletics, cross country, swimming, rounders, and tennis, as well as clubs such as gardening, science club, and drama. The presence of a sensory room suggests some provision for pupils with additional needs, though specific SEND support details are not included in the data. The nearest Outstanding-rated primary school is Millbrook Primary School, 4.6 km away, which may be a factor for families prioritising that rating. With a capacity of 210 and nursery provision, the school is likely to suit families in the Hollingworth area of Tameside who want a Good-rated, non-denominational primary with a solid range of extracurricular activities and facilities that include a gym and playing fields. Without admission oversubscription figures, it is hard to gauge how competitive entry is, but the school’s Good rating and local context suggest it is a solid, well-regarded option within the borough.

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