Mersey Drive Community Primary School
Manchester, M45 8LN · Bury · primary school
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39th of 55 primary schools in Bury we can score, 64 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 — 4.2/10 against 1,513 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| 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.
Mersey Drive Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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 it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 national median in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the school ensure that all pupils, regardless of background, have equal access to enrichment activities?
What Ofsted said about Mersey Drive Community Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “unequivocally proud” to attend this community-focused school, where “warm and nurturing relationships” underpin their happiness and success. The report highlights a “broad and balanced” curriculum that matches national ambitions, with staff receiving training to deliver it effectively. Overall, the school provides a high-quality education where pupils behave well and develop strong personal skills.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate a “strong appreciation of the fundamental British values” and act as responsible citizens through roles such as “anti-racist ambassadors” and “eco-warriors”.
- The phonics programme is “well implemented by skilled staff”, ensuring pupils read with “confidence and expression” and receive support if they find reading difficult.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and supported well to “access the same curriculum as their peers”.
- Staff feel “well supported by the school”, and governors provide “effective support and challenge” to drive improvement.
Areas to improve
- In a “small number of curriculum areas”, the school does not sufficiently check how well the curriculum is delivered, meaning some pupils “do not learn as well as they could”.
- Some pupils have a “limited understanding of the work of different writers”, which hinders their ability to access the English curriculum and other subjects.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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