A good community school school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bowker Vale Primary School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 103.0 | 101.0 |
| 2023 | 101.0 | 101.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.
Interactive performance metrics over time
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 101.0 | 101.0 |
| 2024 | 103.0 | 101.0 |
Overall Trend:
Improving trend (+1.0 per year)
Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+1.0 per year)
Up 1.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Aiming High; Showing Integrity"
Welcome to Bowker Vale Primary School. Bowker Vale is a large, two-form entry community school for about 450 pupils aged 3–11. In February 2023 Ofsted judged the school Good. The school standard is 'Today, I will be the best version of myself,' with values of aiming high, showing integrity, being respectful, honest, fair, proud and kind.
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All admissions for Reception to Year 6 are managed by Manchester City Council. Nursery admissions are handled by the school office. In-Year admissions information is available via Manchester City Council.
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