Manor Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Manor Primary School
Manor Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Manor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Thomson, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 58 in Walsall.
Manor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 54 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Manor Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 12 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manor Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Manor Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | None |
| Address | Briar Avenue, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, B74 3HX |
| Headteacher | Sarah Thomson |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2244th of 13,686
Nationally
226th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
77%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
140
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manor Primary School
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Contact Information
Briar Avenue, Sutton Coldfield
Walsall, B74 3HX
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