Manchester Communication Primary Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Manchester Communication Primary Academy.

Manchester, M95QN Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
43.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 51.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
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
10 October 2017
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
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
49 Parkstead Drive
Harpurhey
Manchester, M95QN
Phone
1612028989
Website
mcpacademy.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140482
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
49 Parkstead Drive, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 5QN
Website
www.mcpacademy.co.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
GREATER MANCHESTER ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
461
Free School Meals
58.8% (271 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.7% (17 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
51.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 102.0
2023 102.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
51
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
461 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Trustworthy Helpful Inspiring Straightforward

Head Teacher's Message

Head Teacher Alex Reed describes MCPA as a diverse, nurturing community with six nurture‑based principles guiding decisions and a curriculum designed to develop knowledge, skills and social development, with progression into Manchester Communication Academy and a strong emphasis on community and inclusion.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Urban Crew Community Champions School Council

Facilities

Lift and hoist equipment Wheelchair accessible building with space for wheelchairs Green Room, Nest and Ocean spaces Hygiene suites with lift access

Curriculum Highlights

Art & DT Computing Geography History Maths MFL Music PSHE P.E R.E Reading Science Writing

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club 8:00–8:30; Morning drop-off 8:30–8:45; ESA (Extended School Activities) runs 3:00–4:00pm on Tuesdays; school day normally ends 3:20pm (Tuesday 4:00pm, Friday 2:00pm).

SEND Provision

SEND provision includes Personal Learning Plans for identified needs; Inclusion Team with SENDCo Mrs Hall and named staff; use of external professionals; progress tracking with APDR and the B-Squared system; pupil voice considered in reviews; Boxall Profile used twice yearly to assess social, emotional development.

Admissions Criteria

Nursery admissions handled by the academy (Applications may be made anytime after a child’s second birthday). 60 Reception places are admitted each September. Parents/applicants apply to their home Local Authority; GMAT Trust details provided; contact Mrs Wong for visits or application assistance.

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