Sedgley Park Community Primary School
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About Sedgley Park Community Primary School
Sedgley Park Community Primary School is a mixed state primary in Bury with a capacity of 271 pupils and nursery provision for children aged three. The school’s current pupil count is not provided, so it is unclear how close it is to full capacity. The local authority has 64 primary schools of the same type, with only two rated Outstanding, including Yesoiday Hatorah Girls Academy just 0.6 km away, which may influence local demand. No admissions oversubscription data is available, making it difficult to gauge how sought-after places are relative to capacity. The school’s religious character is listed as ‘Does not apply’, and free school meal percentages are not included in the data, so comparisons with national or local averages are not possible. The headteacher is Helen Forrester, and the school does not have a sixth form or boarding provision.
Academically, the school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024 was ungraded, confirming it remains Good, a rating it has held since its 2014 graded inspection. Its previous graded inspection in 2012 rated the school Requires Improvement, indicating a clear upward trajectory. The 2014 graded inspection rated overall effectiveness and leadership and management as Good, and the 2024 ungraded inspection found the school continues to meet that standard. No specific exam results such as Key Stage 2 SATs scores or Progress 8 data are provided, but the local authority average for Key Stage 2 attainment is 64, which offers a benchmark. The school’s Good rating suggests pupils are likely achieving expected standards, though it does not rank among the top local peers like Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School (ranking score 93) or Sunny Bank Primary School (88). Parents seeking detailed academic outcomes may need to consult the school directly.
The school offers a broad range of facilities including a Forest School, sensory room, playing fields, sports hall, ICT suite, library, dining hall, music rooms, and a chapel. Sports provision includes gymnastics, dance, cross country, rounders, and netball, while clubs extend to gardening, eco club, chess, film club, book club, and choir. The sensory room suggests provision for pupils with additional sensory needs, though no formal SEND data is included. With nursery provision on site, the school suits families looking for a continuous primary journey from age three to eleven. Its Good Ofsted rating and improved trajectory make it a solid option for Bury families, particularly those who value a varied extracurricular offer and outdoor learning opportunities over top-tier academic rankings.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kings Road, Manchester, Bury, M25 0HT |
| Headteacher | Helen Forrester |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| School Capacity | 271 |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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.
School day
Teaching hours
08:45 – 15:15
After-school care
15:15-17:45
Source: sedgleyparkprimary.org.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
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Total schools
11
Oversubscribed
11
Primary
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Contact Information
Kings Road, Manchester
Bury, M25 0HT
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