Stanley Grove Primary Academy
Longsight, M12 4NL · Manchester · primary school
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69th 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 — 5.1/10 against 713 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stanley Grove Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 673 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How does the curriculum adapt to the diverse needs of the student body?
What Ofsted said about Stanley Grove Primary Academy
Overview
Stanley Grove Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as very ambitious for pupil achievement, underpinned by a ‘rights respecting ethos’ and strong personal, social and emotional support. Pupils benefit from a calm, purposeful learning environment where they are polite, well-mannered, and proud of their inclusive school community.
Strengths
- The curriculum develops knowledge in logical steps, with teachers checking previous learning to ensure pupils build on ‘secure foundations’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive timely, relevant support and adaptations to maximise their learning.
- The school provides effective support for pupils learning English as an additional language, helping them catch up with peers.
- Strong relationships exist between staff and pupils, fostering a ‘welcoming’ environment that nurtures individuality.
- The provision for pupils’ wider development is a strength, instilling values that prepare them as ‘respectful, caring and considerate individuals’.
Areas to improve
- A small group of pupils lack secure recall of phonics knowledge, which limits their reading fluency and understanding of texts; the school must ensure these pupils receive necessary support to become ‘fluent, confident readers’.
Safeguarding
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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