Oasis Academy Temple
92%
Capacity
655
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Oasis Academy Temple
Oasis Academy Temple is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 655 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 709 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oasis Academy Temple "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Dawson, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10242nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 81st out of 122 in Manchester.
Oasis Academy Temple is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 40 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Oasis Academy Temple include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Oasis Academy Temple 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 | Smedley Lane, Temple Primary School, Manchester, Manchester, M8 8SA |
| Headteacher | Ruth Dawson |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 655 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.6% |
| School Capacity | 655 / 709 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10242nd of 13,686
Nationally
1489th of 2,065
In North West
81st of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
52%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Smedley Lane, Temple Primary School, Manchester
Manchester, M8 8SA
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