Cringle Brook Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Cringle Brook Primary School
Cringle Brook Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Lisa Vyas, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6981st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 122 in Manchester.
Cringle Brook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 30 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cringle Brook Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Cringle Brook 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 388 Slade Lane, Levenshulme, Manchester, M19 2HT |
| Headteacher | Lisa Vyas |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6981st of 13,686
Nationally
1009th of 2,065
In North West
42nd of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
63%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
140
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cringle Brook Primary School
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Contact Information
388 Slade Lane, Levenshulme
Manchester, M19 2HT
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