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Schools in Tyldesley

A town in Wigan

  • Town
  • 9 schools and nurseries
  • 2,574 pupils

In short: Most primary schools here are rated Good or better, about the same as across England. Results at 11 are above England, and results at 16 were close to England in 2026. Fewer pupils miss a lot of school than across England.

Three children with backpacks crossing a street
A red-brick school building under a blue sky

Tyldesley at a glance

Ahead of England on results at 11

How Tyldesley's schools compare with England, area by area.

DfE and Ofsted data, 2014 to 2026How we work this out
  • Schools and nurseries93 primary · 1 secondary · 4 nurseries
  • Primaries Good or better100%England 96%
  • Met the standard at 1174%England 62%
  • Grade 5 in English and maths50%Attainment 8 47.9, England 46.2
  • Free school meals, primary12%A sign of family income
  • Missed a lot of school16%England 18%
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in Tyldesley

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.

All Tyldesley primary schools

Top Primary Schools in Tyldesley

3 mainstream schools in Tyldesley, best first

Garrett Hall Primary School

Manchester, M29 7EY · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

92 first choices, 88 offers made

Met the standard at 1177%

England 62%

Days missed
4.3%
Pupils
520
Pupils per teacher
24.5
View school Garrett Hall Primary School

Tyldesley Primary School

Manchester, M29 7PY · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

46 first choices, 51 offers made

Met the standard at 1181%

England 62%

Days missed
4.7%
Pupils
441
Pupils per teacher
27.0
View school Tyldesley Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in Tyldesley

1 mainstream schools in Tyldesley, best first

Fred Longworth High School

Manchester, M29 8JN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

284 first choices, 259 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.9

England 46.2

Days missed
8.0%
Pupils
1,283
Pupils per teacher
16.7
View school Fred Longworth High School
See all 2 secondary schools

Nurseries in Tyldesley

4 in Tyldesley, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 4 nurseries

Special Schools in Tyldesley

1 in Tyldesley. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Cambian Tyldesley School

Manchester, M29 8BS · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
34
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cambian Tyldesley School

Private Schools in Tyldesley

1 in Tyldesley. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Cambian Tyldesley School

Manchester, M29 8BS · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
34
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cambian Tyldesley School
The map

Every school in Tyldesley, 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.

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Garrett Hall Primary School, OutstandingTyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery, GoodCambian Tyldesley School, Requires improvementFred Longworth High School, GoodTyldesley Primary School, GoodKids Planet Worsley, GoodWoodland Adventure Nursery, OutstandingPartou Best Friends Day Nursery & Pre-School, InadequateTop Chapel Day Nursery, Outstanding
  • Outstanding3
  • Good4
  • Requires improvement1
  • Inadequate1
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 Tyldesley school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

More ways to narrow it down

Here's how Tyldesley's schools break down by type, faith and more.

Postcodes

Browse Tyldesley by postcode

Some areas, like parts of a bigger town, are easiest to find by postcode.

Tyldesley vs England

How good are Tyldesley's schools?

Inspections, exam results and attendance, next to the figure for England where we have it.

Worked out by Eduscope from each school's published figures. Not an official statistic for this town.

Numbers that sum up Tyldesley

TyldesleyEngland

  • Primaries rated Good or Outstanding

    Latest Ofsted grade, 3 primaries with one.

    100%

    England 96%

    Close to England

  • Secondaries rated Good or Outstanding

    1 of the 1 with a grade.

    100%

    England 93%

    Above England

  • Met the expected standard at 11

    Reading, writing and maths.

    74%

    England 62%

    Above England

  • Grade 5 or above in English and maths

    At GCSE.

    50%

  • Pupils who miss a lot of school

    Missed 1 in 10 days or more. Lower is better.

    16%

    England 18%

    Better than England

  • Primary pupils on free school meals

    A sign of family income, not of school quality.

    12%

Ofsted grades

Latest graded inspection for the 5 schools that have one.

80%

Good or Outstanding

  • Outstanding1
  • Good3
  • Requires improvement1
  • Inadequate0

How it has changed

Tyldesley in blue. There were no tests in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid.

Met the expected standard at 11
Covid gap50%70%90%20182019202320242025
74% in 2025. England now 62% (dashed line).
Grade 5 or above in English and maths
Covid gap30%45%60%2018201920222023202420252026
50% in 2026.
Pupils who miss a lot of school
Covid gap0%15%30%20142015201620172018201920212022202320242025
16% in 2025. England now 18% (dashed line).
Living here

What it's like for families

Tyldesley has 9 schools and nurseries.

There are 2% more pupils than in 2018.

12% of primary pupils here get free school meals. Schools get extra money for each of them.

Pupil numbers

Pupils in Tyldesley's state schools each January.

Up 2% since 2018. More children can mean popular schools fill up faster.

Free school meals

Out of every 10 primary pupils, how many get free school meals. It's a sign of family income, not of school quality.

Tyldesley12%

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.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about Tyldesley

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How many schools are in Tyldesley?

Tyldesley has 9 schools, including 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 4 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 Tyldesley?

The highest-ranked schools in Tyldesley on Eduscope are Garrett Hall Primary School, Tyldesley Primary School, Fred Longworth High School. 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.

What percentage of schools in Tyldesley are rated Good or Outstanding?

80% of inspected schools in Tyldesley hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is below the England average of 94.8%. This includes 1 school rated Outstanding and 3 rated Good.

How do primary schools in Tyldesley perform at Key Stage 2?

Across primary schools in Tyldesley, 74% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

What is the average pupil-teacher ratio in Tyldesley?

The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Tyldesley is 19.9:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. Across England it is 17.9:1.

What is the persistent absence rate in Tyldesley schools?

The persistent absence rate across schools in Tyldesley is 16.4%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. Across England it is 18.1%.

How many pupils attend schools in Tyldesley?

There are 2,574 pupils enrolled across schools in Tyldesley, with 1,291 in primary and 1,283 in secondary. 18.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

How many private schools are in Tyldesley?

There is 1 independent school in Tyldesley, 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 Tyldesley?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 9 schools in Tyldesley 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.

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