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Waterloo Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Waterloo Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 344 pupils, and a capacity of 450 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

344

Pupils

450

Capacity

76%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Waterloo Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Waterloo Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Tameside. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Tameside before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Tameside catchment area documents →

Waterloo Primary School — School Information

Full address
Worthington Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL7 9NA
Local authority
Tameside
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
52% of pupils
DfE URN
144698

Other Primary Schools in Ashton-under-Lyne

If Waterloo Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ashton-under-Lyne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Waterloo Primary School

Is Waterloo Primary School oversubscribed?

Waterloo Primary School has a capacity of 450 places and currently has 344 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Tameside.

What is the admissions policy for Waterloo Primary School?

Admission to Waterloo Primary School is managed by Tameside. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Waterloo Primary School cover?

Waterloo Primary School is a primary school in Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Waterloo Primary School?

Waterloo Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.