Wesley Methodist Primary School
95%
Capacity
299
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Wesley Methodist Primary School
Wesley Methodist Primary School is a state-funded Methodist primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 299 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wesley Methodist Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhys Jones, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7988th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 46 in Bury.
Wesley Methodist Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 45 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wesley Methodist Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Wesley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Methodist |
| Address | Forth Road, Manchester, Bury, M26 4PX |
| Headteacher | Rhys Jones |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 299 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 299 / 315 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7988th of 13,686
Nationally
1135th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
60%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Forth Road, Manchester
Bury, M26 4PX
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