A good free schools school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Longsight Community Primary.
Overall school rating
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Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 104.0 | 104.0 |
| 2023 | 103.0 | 103.0 |
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Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+1.0 per year)
Up 1.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
Not a faith school; committed to creating an environment that respects all religions and enables pupils to celebrate and practice their faith. For example: in Religious Education we teach about all religions, including Islam; All food served is Halal; We celebrate major religious festivals including Eid, Diwali, and Christmas; Provision is made for children in Upper KS2 who wish to pray during the school day; Uniform policy supports modesty and inclusivity.
A message from our executive headteacher, Mrs Ahmed
The school’s SEND provisions are led by the SENDCO (Anna Vickers). The SEND policy, accessibility plans and SEND report provide details on the approach and offer. The SENDCO works with teachers and support staff to identify needs and liaise with a range of statutory professionals to ensure correct diagnosis and support, following a 3-wave model.
Longsight Community Primary has capacity for 210 pupils. For reception starting in September 2026, places are confirmed by mid-April 2026 after an online application window typically August to January. Applications for reception are via a Reception class application form; in-year applications are through Manchester City Council. The final deadline for Reception typically follows the council’s admissions timetable, with spaces available throughout the year depending on availability.
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