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Dowson Primary Academy

Marlborough Road, Hyde, SK14 5HU

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Pupils

475

Ages

3-11

FSM

24.0%

Capacity

475

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

79.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About Dowson Primary Academy

Dowson Primary Academy is a primary school in Hyde, Tameside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 475 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Marlborough Road, Hyde, SK14 5HU | More schools in Tameside

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2022 — Good
May 2016 — Good (predecessor: Dowson Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Dowson Primary Academy

What is Dowson Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Dowson Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Dowson Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Dowson Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Dowson Primary Academy located?

Dowson Primary Academy is a primary school in Hyde, Tameside (SK14 5HU).

How many pupils attend Dowson Primary Academy?

Dowson Primary Academy has around 475 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Dowson Primary Academy with other schools?

View Dowson Primary Academy'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.