Unity Community Primary
87%
Capacity
364
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Unity Community Primary
Unity Community Primary is a state-funded None primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 364 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Unity Community Primary "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jude Lee, 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 11534th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 101st out of 122 in Manchester.
Unity Community Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 44 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Unity Community Primary has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Unity Community Primary include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Unity Community Primary 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Allesley Drive, Manchester, Manchester, M7 4YE |
| Headteacher | Jude Lee |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 364 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.1% |
| School Capacity | 364 / 420 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11534th of 13,686
Nationally
1699th of 2,065
In North West
101st 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
45%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Unity Community Primary
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Contact Information
Allesley Drive, Manchester
Manchester, M7 4YE
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