Ashbury Meadow Primary School
Manchester, M11 3NA · Manchester · primary school
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122nd of 123 primary schools in Manchester we can score, 137 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.4/10 against 1,164 of them, against 0.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 32.0 · 4 | 62% | 0.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashbury Meadow Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 32.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and organises trips to Blackpool Zoo, Manchester Runway Park, Smithills Open Farm, Didsbury Mosque, Quarry Bank Mill, Chester Deva Roman Discovery Centre, Jodrell Bank, and Tatton Park.
Getting in
The published school roll is 465 pupils against a stated capacity of 494. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Ashbury Meadow Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as "friendly and happy," benefiting from "warm and caring relationships" with staff that help them feel safe. While behaviour and personal development are strong, the quality of education and leadership require improvement due to inconsistent teaching, inaccurate identification of additional needs, and weak oversight.
Strengths
- Pupils display "positive behaviour" and "rise to" high expectations, with learning "rarely disrupted."
- The school effectively uses the local area for wider experiences, such as trips and clubs, helping pupils learn the "importance of helping others."
- Pupils have a "secure understanding" of how to keep themselves safe and appreciate that "everyone is unique."
- The school works closely with parents to "raise attendance successfully."
Areas to improve
- Teachers must "systematically check what pupils know" to address misconceptions and gaps in knowledge.
- The school must ensure pupils’ additional needs are "appropriately identified" and staff are supported to adapt learning for pupils with SEND.
- Staff need the expertise to deliver the curriculum and phonics programme consistently, ensuring struggling readers receive effective support.
- Robust processes are needed to evaluate the impact of work, as current oversight is insufficient to identify weaknesses.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 32% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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