Ringway Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rossett Avenue, Wythenshawe, Manchester, Manchester, M22 0WW |
| Headteacher | Daniel Taylor |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 433 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.9% |
| School Capacity | 433 / 472 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2023): School remains 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
1893rd of 2,065
In North West
116th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
38%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Rossett Avenue, Wythenshawe, Manchester
Manchester, M22 0WW
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