Sandilands Primary School
85%
Capacity
410
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Sandilands Primary School
Sandilands 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 410 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sandilands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Higginbotham, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11792nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 105th out of 122 in Manchester.
Sandilands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 50 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sandilands Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Sandilands 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 | Wendover Road, Manchester, Manchester, M23 9JX |
| Headteacher | Joanna Higginbotham |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 480 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11792nd of 13,686
Nationally
1738th of 2,065
In North West
105th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
45%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wendover Road, Manchester
Manchester, M23 9JX
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