Cheetwood Primary School
103%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Cheetwood Primary School
Cheetwood 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 216 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cheetwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Brian Wilkinson, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10343rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 122 in Manchester.
Cheetwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 26 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cheetwood Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Cheetwood 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 | Waterloo Road, Manchester, Manchester, M8 8EJ |
| Headteacher | Brian Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.6% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 210 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10343rd of 13,686
Nationally
1515th of 2,065
In North West
83rd of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
52%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheetwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Waterloo Road, Manchester
Manchester, M8 8EJ
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