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Tithe Barn Primary School

Stockport, SK4 3NG · Stockport · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary
6.3/10 Broadly average

25th of 70 primary schools in Stockport we can score, 85 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 the 2,720 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 84.0 · 93 40% 3.72
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 3.0 · 29 25% 0.73

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Tithe Barn Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.

Getting in

The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 213. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths? How does the school maintain its Good rating while addressing the gap in higher-standard attainment?

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What Ofsted said about Tithe Barn Primary School

Inspection report dated 25 January 2024

Overview

Tithe Barn Primary School is described as a “small and nurturing” environment where pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), “genuinely enjoy belonging.” The report highlights that pupils show “high levels of care towards each other” and maintain “warm and respectful relationships” with staff. Leaders have constructed an “aspirational and ambitious curriculum” that prepares pupils well for the next stage of their education, supported by effective teaching and strong governance.

Strengths

  • Pupils are “happy and they feel safe,” knowing staff are available to help with any worries.
  • The school has implemented an “effective early reading curriculum,” with staff intervening quickly to support struggling readers.
  • Staff are “skilful” in identifying additional needs, ensuring pupils with SEND access the same curriculum as their peers.
  • Governors “know the school well” and offer appropriate support and challenge, particularly regarding the quality of education.
  • Pupils enjoy a “wide range of experiences beyond the academic curriculum,” including meaningful trips and roles such as school councillors.

Areas to improve

  • In a small number of subjects, there is “too much curriculum content for pupils to know and remember,” hindering the development of deep understanding.
  • Assessment systems in a few subjects are “underdeveloped,” preventing teachers from fully checking how well pupils have retained earlier learning.

Safeguarding

The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
84%
2024/25
Higher standard
3%
2024/25
Demand
×1.13
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
6%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

79% 2022/23
79% 2023/24
84% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Tithe Barn Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2379%
2023/2479%
2024/2584%
England64%

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.

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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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