Bowker Vale Primary School
98%
Capacity
455
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Bowker Vale Primary School
Bowker Vale 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 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 465 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bowker Vale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Jacques, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11409th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 96th out of 122 in Manchester.
Bowker Vale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 58 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 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 Bowker Vale Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Bowker Vale 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 | Middleton Road, Manchester, Manchester, M8 4NB |
| Headteacher | Rachel Jacques |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.7% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 465 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11409th of 13,686
Nationally
1678th of 2,065
In North West
96th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
103
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Middleton Road, Manchester
Manchester, M8 4NB
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