Meadowbank Primary School

A good community school school in Wigan. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Meadowbank Primary School.

Manchester, M460HX Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
46.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 55.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 7.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
21 November 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Formby Avenue
Atherton
Manchester, M460HX

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106425
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Formby Avenue, Atherton, Manchester, M46 0HX
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
258 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
216
Free School Meals
56.6% (122 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
10.2% (22 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
25.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
55.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
7.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 104.0
2023 103.0 101.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
24
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
216 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Up 2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Together we are better"

Life-long love of learning to provide children with a range of skills and concepts to reach their full potential Encourages lively, enquiring minds and develops children’s imaginations, senses and feelings through creative and engaging experiences Provides a safe environment where the school community prepares for a life in modern Britain where people’s differences are valued and respected Nurtures each child’s uniqueness and develops a strong sense of self-worth and aspiration

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs N Hill welcomes families to Meadowbank, outlining a vision to nurture each child’s potential through a well-rounded education, a warm and inclusive environment, and a bespoke curriculum that blends academics with practical, engaging learning; emphasizes partnership with parents and staff to support every child’s growth.

Curriculum Highlights

Bespoke Meadowbank Curriculum balancing rigorous academics with engaging, hands-on experiences; aims to foster a love of learning and prepare pupils for secondary education

SEND Provision

Meadowbank has a Resourced Provision (RP). Transition into RP is structured with visits, separate meetings with parents, visits to the child in their current setting, and a reduced timetable to start before gradually moving to full-time, with ongoing collaboration between school and family.

Admissions Criteria

In-year admissions guidance is provided: online in-year transfer application available; current setting must complete Part 1 of the transfer form; information and guidance booklets are provided; an open day may be arranged for prospective applicants.

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