Waterloo Primary School

A good academy converter school in Tameside. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Waterloo Primary School.

Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL79NA Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

44

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
34.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 41.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
2 February 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Worthington Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL79NA
Phone
1613301280
Website
waterloo.tameside.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144698
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Worthington Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL7 9NA
Website
http://www.waterloo.tameside.sch.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
PRESTOLEE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
450 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
350
Free School Meals
47.6% (167 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.4% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.4%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
8.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
41.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
8.5 (9.0 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 102.0
2023 101.0 100.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
39
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
350 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Up 2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"To be better than you have ever been before – Aiming High."

Every child a writer Every child a reader Every child numerate Everyone respectful Fostering a supportive ethos irrespective of ability, gender, ethnicity or social background Collaborative social, academic and cultural development Emphasis on high academic attainment and striving for high standards Importance of citizenship Provision of a safe, secure environment Broad, relevant and exciting curriculum ICT plays an integral role in daily life Health education developed consistently throughout the school Parents as partners in the education process

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mr Damian Harris welcomes families and emphasizes pupil well-being, inclusivity and high aspirations; the school is described as a My Happy Mind school focused on mental health and emotional resilience, with a curriculum designed to be accessible and to foster leadership, responsibility and a love of learning.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Choir (Year 2 - Year 6) Various lunch-time clubs

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum is broad, relevant and exciting Curriculum progression by subject; National Curriculum by Subject Phonics taught using Read Write Inc Subjects include Art, Computing, Design & Technology, Geography, History, Maths, MFL, Music, PE, PSHE, RE, Science, Writing Homework Policy and curriculum progression resources are listed in Curriculum sections

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care provided by Kickstart; Breakfast Club runs 7:30am–9:00am; After School Club runs from end of the school day until 5:45pm; snack time includes a healthy teatime snack served in a self-serve style; two-week rotating menu; online booking via www.wearekickstart.com; booking helps with sign-in/sign-out records, up-to-date contact details, and notes for dietary needs and medical conditions.

SEND Provision

The school is described as an inclusive setting welcoming children of all backgrounds and abilities; the After School Club is described as inclusive; staff are trained in inclusivity and SEN practices; the school values kindness, respect and positive social interactions.

Admissions Criteria

The school states a standard intake of 60 per year group. Admissions criteria include siblings already in school, Children in Public Care (Looked After Children), children in families with exceptional medical/social needs, and the distance from home to school; information is available about in-year transfers and appeals.

Financial Information

Nursery admission includes 26 places; 26 morning places; 30 hours provision either with a working parent code or chargeable at £10 per day.

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