Old Hall Drive Academy
96%
Capacity
461
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Old Hall Drive Academy
Old Hall Drive Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 461 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Old Hall Drive Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Brooker, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7912th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 122 in Manchester.
Old Hall Drive Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 50 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Hall Drive Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Old Hall Drive Academy 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 | Old Hall Drive, Manchester, Manchester, M18 7FU |
| Headteacher | Hayley Brooker |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 461 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.2% |
| School Capacity | 461 / 480 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7912th of 13,686
Nationally
1124th of 2,065
In North West
52nd of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 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
Old Hall Drive, Manchester
Manchester, M18 7FU
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