Park View Community Primary Academy
80%
Capacity
368
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Park View Community Primary Academy
Park View Community Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 368 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Park View Community Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Claire Hall, it falls under Manchester local authority.
Park View Community Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
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 Park View Community Primary Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Park View Community Primary 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 | Varley Street, Manchester, Manchester, M40 7EJ |
| Headteacher | Claire Hall |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 368 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.1% |
| School Capacity | 368 / 459 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Varley Street, Manchester
Manchester, M40 7EJ
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