Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School
98%
Capacity
117
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School
Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the High Peak community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 117 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Mulhall, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9576th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 34 in High Peak.
Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 15 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in High Peak, Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | South Close, Glossop, High Peak, SK13 1LY |
| Headteacher | Michael Mulhall |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 120 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9576th of 13,686
Nationally
902nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 34
In High Peak
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
54%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tintwistle CofE (Aided) Primary School
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Contact Information
South Close, Glossop
High Peak, SK13 1LY
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