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Moorside Primary School

Market Street, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7DA

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Pupils

409

Ages

3-11

FSM

36.2%

Capacity

446

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

75.0%

RWM Combined

58.0%

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About Moorside Primary School

Moorside Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Tameside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 409 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Market Street, Manchester, M43 7DA | More schools in Tameside

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Moorside Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2024 — Good
Nov 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Moorside Primary School

What is Moorside Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Moorside Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Moorside Primary School's latest exam results?

Moorside Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Moorside Primary School located?

Moorside Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Tameside (M43 7DA).

How many pupils attend Moorside Primary School?

Moorside Primary School has around 409 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Moorside Primary School with other schools?

View Moorside Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Tameside.