Rolls Crescent Primary School
85%
Capacity
400
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Rolls Crescent Primary School
Rolls Crescent 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 400 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rolls Crescent Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher J Reynolds and Ms H Turner, it falls under Manchester 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 8237th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 122 in Manchester.
Rolls Crescent Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 40 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 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 Rolls Crescent Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Rolls Crescent 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 | Rolls Crescent, Manchester, Manchester, M15 5FT |
| Headteacher | J Reynolds and Ms H Turner |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 400 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.0% |
| School Capacity | 400 / 472 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8237th of 13,686
Nationally
1179th of 2,065
In North West
55th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rolls Crescent, Manchester
Manchester, M15 5FT
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