Summerseat Methodist Primary School
87%
Capacity
91
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Summerseat Methodist Primary School
Summerseat Methodist Primary School is a state-funded Methodist primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 91 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Summerseat Methodist Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Whittaker, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11342nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 46 in Bury.
Summerseat Methodist Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 12 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Summerseat Methodist Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Summerseat Methodist 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 | Methodist |
| Address | Rowlands Road, Bury, Bury, BL9 5NF |
| Headteacher | Julie Whittaker |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 91 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 91 / 105 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11342nd of 13,686
Nationally
1668th of 2,065
In North West
42nd of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rowlands Road, Bury
Bury, BL9 5NF
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