Heaton Park Primary School
95%
Capacity
418
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Heaton Park Primary School
Heaton Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 438 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heaton Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Senior, it falls under Bury local authority.
Heaton Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 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 Heaton Park Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Heaton Park 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 | Cuckoo Lane, Manchester, Bury, M45 6TE |
| Headteacher | Rachel Senior |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 438 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 31 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cuckoo Lane, Manchester
Bury, M45 6TE
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