Higher Lane Primary School
122%
Capacity
512
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Higher Lane Primary School
Higher Lane 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 512 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (122% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Higher Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Tetlow, it falls under Bury 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 6625th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 46 in Bury.
Higher Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 66 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Higher Lane Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Higher 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 | Egerton Road, Manchester, Bury, M45 7EX |
| Headteacher | Ian Tetlow |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 512 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 512 / 420 (122% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6625th of 13,686
Nationally
950th of 2,065
In North West
24th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed66
125
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Egerton Road, Manchester
Bury, M45 7EX
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