- Ofsted:Good or better
Results above the England average.
51 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 434
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.2
Schools in M43
A postcode district in Tameside
- Postcode district
- 16 schools and nurseries
In short: M43 is a postcode district in Tameside with 6 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries166 primary · 4 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated
All M43 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in M43
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in M43
6 in M43, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
27 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1166%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.3%
- Pupils
- 232
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
43 first choices, 43 offers made
Met the standard at 1159%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.2%
- Pupils
- 371
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.2
Top Secondary Schools in M43
4 in M43, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
270 first choices, 198 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 1,153
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
156 first choices, 196 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1652.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.1%
- Pupils
- 986
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
199 first choices, 181 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.4%
- Pupils
- 926
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Nurseries in M43
6 in M43, highest Ofsted grade first
Fairfield Education & Childcare
Manchester, M43 6AF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Greenside Day Nursery
Manchester, M43 7RA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Infinity Childcare Ltd
Manchester, M43 7AZ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in M43
1 in M43, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
270 first choices, 198 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 1,153
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.9
Special Schools in M43
1 in M43. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Hanthorn House School
Droylsden, M43 7BR · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- No Ofsted grade yet
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Private Schools in M43
1 in M43. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Hanthorn House School
Droylsden, M43 7BR · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- No Ofsted grade yet
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
The map
See them as a listEvery school in M43, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good12
- Not graded yet3
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every M43 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
M43 has 16 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in M43
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about M43
Nearby areas
How many schools are in M43?
M43 has 16 schools, including 6 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 6 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in M43?
The highest-ranked schools in M43 on Eduscope are Fairfield Road Primary School, Laurus Ryecroft, Fairfield High School for Girls. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in M43?
There is 1 independent school in M43, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in M43?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 16 schools in M43 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.