A good academy converter school in Tameside. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Dowson Primary Academy.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106.0 | 106.0 |
| 2023 | 103.0 | 104.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.
Interactive performance metrics over time
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 103.0 | 104.0 |
| 2024 | 106.0 | 106.0 |
Overall Trend:
Improving trend (+2.5 per year)
Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+2.5 per year)
Up 2.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Today’s generation will make a positive difference to tomorrow’s world."
A warm welcome from Principal Mrs K. Thornburn. Dowson Primary Academy educates around 480 children. The school’s vision is that Today’s generation will make a positive difference to tomorrow’s world, with emphasis on the PACT values, high-quality teaching, an exciting curriculum, and ensuring pupils feel safe and happy.
Clubs
Dowson’s Den offers Breakfast Club (7:30–8:50), After School Club (3:15–6:00), and wraparound care for Nursery (12:00–3:15). The service is chargeable and bookings are made via the MCAS app. A two-week cancellation policy applies; payments are cashless. Dowson’s Den also runs a Holiday Club during school holidays (excluding Christmas, Bank Holidays and INSET Days).