Baguley Hall Primary School
88%
Capacity
507
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Baguley Hall Primary School
Baguley Hall Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 507 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 577 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Baguley Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Murphy, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 122 in Manchester.
Baguley Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 49 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
Baguley Hall Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 67% recommending the school (12 responses).
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 Baguley Hall Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Baguley Hall 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 | None |
| Address | Ackworth Drive, Wythenshawe, Manchester, Manchester, M23 1LB |
| Headteacher | Stephen Murphy |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 507 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.3% |
| School Capacity | 507 / 577 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8538th of 13,686
Nationally
1217th of 2,065
In North West
61st of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baguley Hall Primary School
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Contact Information
Ackworth Drive, Wythenshawe, Manchester
Manchester, M23 1LB
Ackworth Drive, Wythenshawe, Manchester
Manchester, M23 1LB
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