Button Lane Primary School
Manchester, M23 0ND · Manchester · primary school
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71st 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.8/10 against 740 of them, against 3.3/10 nationally. 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Button Lane Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 385 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in writing?
What Ofsted said about Button Lane Primary School
Overview
Button Lane Primary School is described as a “welcoming” environment where pupils feel “cared for and safe.” Leaders have established an “ambitious curriculum” that supports high expectations for behaviour and achievement, ensuring pupils are “well prepared for the next stages in their education.” The school fosters inclusivity, with pupils understanding fairness and diversity while benefiting from a wide range of opportunities that enhance their personal development.
Strengths
- Staff greet pupils warmly, creating a calm atmosphere that allows children to “do their best in lessons.”
- Leaders have designed an “ambitious curriculum” for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils.
- A “clearly sequenced phonics curriculum” ensures most pupils become “accurate and fluent readers,” with swift support for those falling behind.
- Teachers check learning effectively in subjects like mathematics, addressing misconceptions “swiftly and successfully.”
- Governors are “well informed” about education quality, and staff feel “respected and valued” with ample professional development opportunities.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders must ensure gathered information is used effectively to support teachers in helping pupils build knowledge securely over time.
- In some foundation subjects, leaders should develop assessment strategies to ensure the most important knowledge is identified and retained by pupils in the long term.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders giving the matter high priority and providing training to keep staff knowledge up to date.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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