Heald Place Primary School
Manchester, M14 7PN · Manchester · primary school
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106th 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 — 2.4/10 against 1,620 of them, against 2.2/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 62% | 1.36 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 38% | 0.82 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heald Place Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 1.0% 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 (2.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Gardening Club, School Council, P.E. Club, Dance and Drama Club, Music Club, and Choir. A breakfast club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 572 pupils against a stated capacity of 592. 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 activities does the School Council organise for students? How does the breakfast club integrate with the morning routine?
What Ofsted said about Heald Place Primary School
Overview
Heald Place Primary School is described as a “large, inclusive school” where pupils feel valued and staff build “warm, caring relationships.” However, the report states that the school’s ambition for all pupils to achieve well is “not realised” in several areas, with inconsistent curriculum delivery and gaps in learning preventing pupils from building a “rich body of knowledge.”
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy attending the school, which maintains a “calm and purposeful atmosphere” with minimal disruption to learning.
- Staff provide “high-quality pastoral support,” and pupils receive many opportunities to develop leadership skills through roles such as school council members.
- The provision for personal development helps build awareness of healthy lifestyles and mental well-being, supported by extra-curricular activities and visits to local cultural sites.
- Governors have a “clear vision” and have worked effectively with staff to review workload and feedback practices.
Areas to improve
- Staff must develop subject-specific expertise to deliver the intended curriculum effectively, particularly in phonics, as some are unsure how to design appropriate activities.
- The school should ensure staff check pupils’ understanding before new learning is delivered to identify and resolve gaps in knowledge.
- Targeted professional development is needed to help staff make suitable adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring consistent support.
- The school and governors must maintain clearer oversight of behaviour, specifically addressing patterns of inappropriate language use.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” though training for a small number of staff requires strengthening so they can fully support the designated safeguarding leader.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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