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Ringway Primary School

Ringway Primary School

Manchester, M22 0WWPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

92%

Capacity

433

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Ringway Primary School

Ringway Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 433 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Ringway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Taylor, it falls under Manchester local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12689th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 116th out of 122 in Manchester.

Ringway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 45 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 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 Ringway Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Ringway 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressRossett Avenue, Wythenshawe, Manchester, Manchester, M22 0WW
HeadteacherDaniel Taylor
Local AuthorityManchester
Number of Pupils433
Free School Meals (FSM)53.9%
School Capacity433 / 472 (92% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

26 Jan 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (26 Jan 2023): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)

12689th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 93%

1893rd of 2,065

In North West

Top 92%

116th of 122

In Manchester

Top 95%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

38%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 101
Expected:53%
Higher:17%
Writing
Expected:45%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 102
Expected:68%
Higher:10%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -24%

'22/23

62%

'23/24

38%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
LibraryICT SuiteGymnasiumArt StudiosMusic RoomsForest SchoolSports HallPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

DanceAthleticsFootballCross CountryTennisSwimming

Clubs & Activities

GardeningDramaArt ClubCodingChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

45

Applications

93

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

43 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ringway Primary School

Ringway Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01614371899www.ringway.manchester.sch.uk

Rossett Avenue, Wythenshawe, Manchester

Manchester, M22 0WW

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Rossett Avenue, Wythenshawe, Manchester

Manchester, M22 0WW

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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