What is the best primary school in Tameside?

On our composite score, St Raphael's Catholic Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Tameside, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Tameside?

There are 62 primary schools in Tameside with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Tameside ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Tameside?

Applications for Reception places in Tameside starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Tameside

Compare 62 top-rated primary schools in Tameside, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St Raphael's Catholic Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: St Raphael's Catholic Primary School vs Fairfield Road Primary School

The best primary schools in Tameside

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St Raphael's Catholic Primary School

Fairfield Road Primary School

Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Milton St John's CofE Primary School

St James' Church of England Primary School

St Peter's CofE Primary School

Greenfield Primary Academy

St Mary's CofE Primary School

Russell Scott Primary School

Livingstone Primary School

Dane Bank Primary School

Denton West End Primary School

Canon Johnson CofE Primary School

Linden Road Academy

St John's CofE Primary School, Dukinfield

Flowery Field Primary School

Inspire Academy

Audenshaw Primary School

Discovery Academy

Godley Community Primary Academy

Ashton West End Primary Academy

Bradley Green Primary Academy

Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne

Greenside Primary School

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