Waterloo Primary School
76%
Capacity
344
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Waterloo Primary School
Waterloo Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 344 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Waterloo Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Damian Harris, 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 12337th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 57 in Tameside.
Waterloo Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Multi-Sensory Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Waterloo Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Waterloo 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Worthington Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, OL7 9NA |
| Headteacher | Damian Harris |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 344 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.0% |
| School Capacity | 344 / 450 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12337th of 13,686
Nationally
1825th of 2,065
In North West
52nd 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
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterloo Primary School
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Contact Information
Worthington Street, Ashton-under-Lyne
Tameside, OL7 9NA
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