Russell Scott Primary School
Manchester, M34 3LQ · Tameside · primary school
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25th of 59 primary schools in Tameside we can score, 76 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.2/10 against 1,808 of them, against 4.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.03 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Russell Scott Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 440 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the national median in core subjects? What specific clubs or trips are available this term?
What Ofsted said about Russell Scott Primary School
Overview
Russell Scott Primary School is described as having a “warm and friendly culture” where pupils “look forward to coming to school.” The report states that pupils achieve well and are “ready for the next stage of their education,” benefiting from ambitious curricula and high-quality relationships with staff.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a “well-balanced education” with “ambitious” subject curriculums delivered in a “sensible order.”
- Staff use “well-matched resources” and effective assessment strategies to address gaps in knowledge, ensuring pupils “gain more knowledge as they move through Years 1 to 6.”
- Pupils receive “sensitive care and support” when facing challenges, and staff help them to “overcome disagreements” quickly.
- The school provides “well-connected opportunities” for social, moral, spiritual, and cultural development, including trips and visits.
- Governors are “suitably experienced and knowledgeable,” holding the school to account effectively while promoting a culture of support.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure staff are “well equipped to support children to overcome their barriers to learning” in the early years, as some do not develop attention and listening skills quickly enough.
- The school should ensure staff benefit from advice and guidance to strengthen practice across all subjects, as checks on the quality of education are “not as effective” in some areas as others.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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