Manchester Road Primary Academy
85%
Capacity
378
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Manchester Road Primary Academy
Manchester Road Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 378 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Manchester Road Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Taylor, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5760th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 57 in Tameside.
Manchester Road Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 34 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Manchester Road Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (11 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manchester Road Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Manchester Road Primary Academy 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 | Manchester Road, Manchester, Tameside, M43 6GD |
| Headteacher | Joanne Taylor |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 378 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.3% |
| School Capacity | 378 / 446 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5760th of 13,686
Nationally
835th of 2,065
In North West
24th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed34
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manchester Road Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Manchester Road, Manchester
Tameside, M43 6GD
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