Beaver Road Primary School
101%
Capacity
1,059
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Beaver Road Primary School
Beaver Road 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 1,059 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 1,050 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Michael Davenport, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1943rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 122 in Manchester.
Beaver Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 330 applications for 149 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 155 were first-preference applications.
Beaver Road Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (233 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beaver Road Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Beaver Road 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 | Beaver Road, Manchester, Manchester, M20 6SX |
| Headteacher | Michael Davenport |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 1,059 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 1,059 / 1,050 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1943rd of 13,686
Nationally
251st of 2,065
In North West
7th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
233 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed149
330
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
155 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beaver Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Beaver Road, Manchester
Manchester, M20 6SX
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