Gorsefield Primary School
78%
Capacity
336
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Gorsefield Primary School
Gorsefield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 336 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Gorsefield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Onyekaba, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1799th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 46 in Bury.
Gorsefield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 58 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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 Gorsefield Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Football, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Gorsefield 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Robertson Street, Manchester, Bury, M26 4DW |
| Headteacher | Ruth Onyekaba |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 336 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.2% |
| School Capacity | 336 / 432 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1799th of 13,686
Nationally
228th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
79%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
82
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Robertson Street, Manchester
Bury, M26 4DW
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