Wilbraham Primary School
87%
Capacity
626
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Wilbraham Primary School
Wilbraham 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 626 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 720 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wilbraham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Marchant, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9609th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 122 in Manchester.
Wilbraham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 150 applications for 59 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wilbraham Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Wilbraham 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 | Platt Lane, Manchester, Manchester, M14 7FB |
| Headteacher | Andrew Marchant |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 626 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.1% |
| School Capacity | 626 / 720 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9609th of 13,686
Nationally
1395th of 2,065
In North West
73rd of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
54%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
150
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Platt Lane, Manchester
Manchester, M14 7FB
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