Acacias Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
459
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Acacias Community Primary School
Acacias Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 459 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Acacias Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Griffiths, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9127th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 122 in Manchester.
Acacias Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 43 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Acacias Community Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Acacias Community Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Alexandra Drive, Manchester, Manchester, M19 2WW |
| Headteacher | David Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 459 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.1% |
| School Capacity | 459 / 480 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9127th of 13,686
Nationally
1305th of 2,065
In North West
64th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
111
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alexandra Drive, Manchester
Manchester, M19 2WW
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