Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Primary Education in Cheshire
Established in 1909, Hollingworth Primary School has been a cornerstone of education in Hyde, Cheshire for over a century. Our dedicated team of educators is committed to nurturing the academic, emotional, and social development of children aged 4-11, fostering a lifelong love of learning. With a curriculum designed to meet national standards while embracing local heritage, we provide a rich educational experience that includes history, science, and creative arts. Recognised as 'good' by Ofsted in 2023, our school maintains rigorous academic standards alongside exceptional pastoral care. We prioritise emotional wellbeing, evidenced by our AcSEED Award for mental health provision, and offer tailored support for hearing-impaired students.Our facilities include modern classrooms, outdoor learning spaces, and specialist resources for physical education. Through strong community partnerships and an active PTA, we create a supportive environment where every child can thrive. Our phonics programme has achieved outstanding results, with pupils demonstrating exceptional attitudes to learning. With transparent communication channels and regular parental engagement opportunities, we ensure families remain integral to their child's educational journey.
Services
Primary Education
SEN Support
After-School Clubs
Phonics Instruction
Outdoor Learning
Parental Workshops
Emotional Wellbeing Services
Physical Education
Curriculum Enrichment
Community Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1909
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 'good' Ofsted rating with outstanding pupil behaviour and learning attitudes
- Our phonics programme achieved exceptional results, praised by the Minister of State
- We provide specialist SEN support with dedicated staff and facilities
- Our curriculum integrates local history with national standards for contextual learning
- We offer award-winning emotional health and wellbeing provision through the AcSEED Award
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- AcSEED Award
What people say
Outstanding phonics results
Excellent SEN support
Strong community ties
Award-winning wellbeing
Engaged parents
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the National Curriculum while incorporating local history and cultural context. Our experienced teachers use evidence-based methods to develop literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills. With small class sizes and individualised support, we ensure every child achieves their full potential academically and socially.
SEN Support
Our specialist SEN provision caters for children with diverse learning needs, including hearing impairments. Qualified staff deliver tailored education plans with regular progress assessments. We maintain close partnerships with external specialists to ensure comprehensive support, while integrating SEN students fully into school activities and classroom environments.
Phonics Instruction
Our Read Write Inc phonics system has achieved exceptional outcomes, with pupils demonstrating outstanding reading proficiency. Structured daily sessions develop decoding skills through interactive learning. The programme's success was formally recognised by the Minister of State, with 98% of pupils meeting expected standards in recent assessments.
Emotional Wellbeing
We provide comprehensive emotional health support through the AcSEED Award-winning programme. This includes mindfulness sessions, peer support networks, and specialist counselling. Our whole-school approach ensures staff receive regular mental health training, while parents access workshops on child emotional development and early intervention strategies.
After-School Clubs
We offer diverse after-school activities covering sports, arts, and academic enrichment. Current programmes include football coaching, music tuition, and STEM workshops. These clubs extend learning beyond the classroom while developing social skills and physical wellbeing, operating Monday-Friday until 4:30pm.
People
Mrs S Tickle
Headteacher
Mrs Tickle leads our school with over 20 years' experience in primary education leadership. She champions inclusive learning practices and has overseen multiple curriculum innovations. Her strategic vision maintains our 'good' Ofsted rating while expanding community partnerships to enhance pupil opportunities.
Mrs S Leech
SENCO
As Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Mrs Leech manages our award-winning SEN provision. With specialist qualifications in hearing impairment support, she ensures tailored learning plans for all SEN pupils. She coordinates multi-agency collaborations and provides staff training on inclusive teaching strategies.
Questions
What are your Ofsted inspection results?
Our latest Ofsted inspection (March 2023) rated us 'good' with outstanding pupil behaviour and learning attitudes. The report highlighted our effective SEN provision and strong safeguarding measures.
Do you offer nursery places?
Yes, we have nursery places available for children aged 3-4, operating Monday-Friday 8:50am-3:20pm. Our Early Years provision includes dedicated outdoor learning spaces and experienced early years specialists.
What uniform requirements exist?
Our uniform includes dark trousers/skirt, school-logo blue sweatshirt, red polo shirt, and black flat shoes. PE kits require black shorts, white t-shirt, and indoor pumps. Uniforms can be purchased from local retailers.
How do you support pupil wellbeing?
We provide comprehensive wellbeing support through the AcSEED Award-winning programme, including mindfulness sessions, peer mentoring, and specialist counselling. Staff receive regular mental health training to ensure early intervention and consistent support.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the National Curriculum with enhanced local history content. Our curriculum integrates cross-subject learning, outdoor education, and digital literacy, ensuring progression from Early Years to Key Stage 2.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can join our active PTA, attend curriculum workshops, and participate in school governance. We offer regular parent-teacher consultations and maintain open communication channels through our online portal and school office.
