Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne
103%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne
Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Thompson, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12388th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 57 in Tameside.
Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
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 Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Keppel Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, OL6 6NN |
| Headteacher | Louise Thompson |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.5% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 210 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12388th of 13,686
Nationally
1836th of 2,065
In North West
53rd of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
41%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne
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Contact Information
Keppel Street, Ashton-under-Lyne
Tameside, OL6 6NN
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