Crumpsall Lane Primary School
92%
Capacity
421
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Crumpsall Lane Primary School
Crumpsall Lane 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 421 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crumpsall Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Hughes, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12356th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 112th out of 122 in Manchester.
Crumpsall Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 48 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crumpsall Lane Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Drama, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Crumpsall Lane 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 | Crumpsall Lane, Manchester, Manchester, M8 5SR |
| Headteacher | Philip Hughes |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.8% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 460 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12356th of 13,686
Nationally
1830th of 2,065
In North West
112th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
41%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crumpsall Lane, Manchester
Manchester, M8 5SR
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