Mersey Drive Community Primary School
83%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Mersey Drive Community Primary School
Mersey Drive Community 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 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mersey Drive Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angela Ridley, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9539th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 46 in Bury.
Mersey Drive Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 15 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Mersey Drive Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 13 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mersey Drive Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Mersey Drive Community 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 | Mersey Drive, Manchester, Bury, M45 8LN |
| Headteacher | Angela Ridley |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 236 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9539th of 13,686
Nationally
1388th of 2,065
In North West
35th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mersey Drive, Manchester
Bury, M45 8LN
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