Alvanley and Manley Village School
90%
Capacity
94
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Alvanley and Manley Village School
Alvanley and Manley Village School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Alvanley and Manley Village School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Viney Thapar, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10919th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Alvanley and Manley Village School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 15 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alvanley and Manley Village School include Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Alvanley and Manley Village 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Manley Road, Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 9DD |
| Headteacher | Viney Thapar |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 105 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10919th of 13,686
Nationally
1602nd of 2,065
In North West
85th of 110
In Cheshire West and Chester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
50%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
47
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manley Road, Frodsham
Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 9DD
Manley Road, Frodsham
Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 9DD
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