Radcliffe Primary School
56%
Capacity
230
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Radcliffe Primary School
Radcliffe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Radcliffe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alyson Walsh, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8203rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 46 in Bury.
Radcliffe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 31 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Radcliffe Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Radcliffe 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Coronation Road, Manchester, Bury, M26 3RD |
| Headteacher | Alyson Walsh |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.8% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 410 (56% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8203rd of 13,686
Nationally
1174th of 2,065
In North West
31st of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
59%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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
Coronation Road, Manchester
Bury, M26 3RD
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