Manley Park Primary School
90%
Capacity
430
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Manley Park Primary School
Manley Park 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 430 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah-Jane Henderson, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4923rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 122 in Manchester.
Manley Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 183 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manley Park Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Manley 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 | College Road, Manchester, Manchester, M16 0AA |
| Headteacher | Sarah-Jane Henderson |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.6% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 480 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4923rd of 13,686
Nationally
718th of 2,065
In North West
26th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
68%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
183
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
College Road, Manchester
Manchester, M16 0AA
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