Oasis Academy Harpur Mount
99%
Capacity
460
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Harpur Mount
Oasis Academy Harpur Mount is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 465 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oasis Academy Harpur Mount "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Herbert, 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 4862nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 122 in Manchester.
Oasis Academy Harpur Mount is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 31 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Oasis Academy Harpur Mount parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oasis Academy Harpur Mount include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Oasis Academy Harpur Mount 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 | Alfred Street, Manchester, Manchester, M9 5XR |
| Headteacher | Sally Herbert |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.5% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 465 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4862nd of 13,686
Nationally
702nd of 2,065
In North West
25th 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
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alfred Street, Manchester
Manchester, M9 5XR
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