Old Moat Primary School

About Old Moat Primary School

Old Moat Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 379 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Oliver Kerr, it falls under Manchester local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7203rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 122 in Manchester.

Old Moat Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 42 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.

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 Old Moat Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Science Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Old Moat 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.

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