St James' Church of England Primary School
110%
Capacity
232
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St James' Church of England Primary School
St James' Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St James' Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Rolt, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8749th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 57 in Tameside.
St James' Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 19 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
St James' Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James' Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, St James' Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Romney Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, OL6 9HU |
| Headteacher | James Rolt |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.7% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8749th of 13,686
Nationally
1249th of 2,065
In North West
39th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James' Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Romney Street, Ashton-under-Lyne
Tameside, OL6 9HU
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