Yew Tree Primary School
65%
Capacity
340
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Yew Tree Primary School
Yew Tree 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 340 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Yew Tree Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Meredith, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8411th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 57 in Tameside.
Yew Tree Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 27 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Yew Tree Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Art Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Yew Tree 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 | Yew Tree Lane, Dukinfield, Tameside, SK16 5BJ |
| Headteacher | Deborah Meredith |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 340 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.5% |
| School Capacity | 340 / 525 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8411th of 13,686
Nationally
1202nd of 2,065
In North West
37th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
58%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed27
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 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.
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Contact Information
Yew Tree Lane, Dukinfield
Tameside, SK16 5BJ
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