Radcliffe Primary School
Manchester, M26 3RD · Bury · primary school
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24th 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 — 6.8/10 against 1,237 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Radcliffe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 410. 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 are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Radcliffe Primary School
Overview
Radcliffe Primary School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking an improvement from its previous ‘Requires improvement’ rating. Pupils are described as happy and well-supported, with a curriculum that is “highly ambitious” and logically structured to build knowledge over time. The school fosters a positive environment where staff are valued and parents are “overwhelmingly positive” about the care provided.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ordered logically” with plenty of opportunities to revisit prior learning, helping pupils link knowledge from previous years.
- Behaviour is “good” throughout, with pupils understanding the rules to “Be ready, be respectful and be safe” and feeling that adults resolve problems quickly.
- Reading is a priority, with “high-quality phonics teaching” in the early years and tight monitoring to ensure pupils catch up if they fall behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and supported by a “broad range of interventions” woven into the school day.
- Staff feel “valued by leaders” and governors are well informed, allowing them to “support and challenge the leaders appropriately.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure pupils have a “full range of experiences” to understand life in modern Britain and become responsible citizens, as some currently have a limited understanding of the wider world.
- Leaders should ensure older pupils access a “broad enough range of high-quality texts” to cultivate a love of reading, as this is currently less evident for older pupils than in earlier years.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with a strong culture where staff understand risks, notice when something is wrong, and work with outside agencies to support families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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