Pike Fold Primary School

About Pike Fold Primary School

Pike Fold 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 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Pike Fold Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Farnell-Hill, it falls under Manchester local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11103rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 92nd out of 122 in Manchester.

Pike Fold Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 49 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 Pike Fold Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Pike Fold 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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