The Willows Primary School
101%
Capacity
429
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About The Willows Primary School
The Willows 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 429 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 423 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Willows Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Spiteri, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11581st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 102nd out of 122 in Manchester.
The Willows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 46 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 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 The Willows Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, The Willows 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 | Tayfield Road, Manchester, Manchester, M22 1BQ |
| Headteacher | S Spiteri |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 429 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.1% |
| School Capacity | 429 / 423 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11581st of 13,686
Nationally
1705th of 2,065
In North West
102nd of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
46%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
111
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tayfield Road, Manchester
Manchester, M22 1BQ
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