Unity Community Primary

A requires improvement free schools school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Unity Community Primary.

Manchester, M74YE Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

40

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
39.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 46.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
10 May 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Allesley Drive
Cheetham Hill
Manchester, M74YE
Phone
1618712614
Website
unitycommunityprimary.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
141966
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Address
Allesley Drive, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M7 4YE
Website
www.unitycommunityprimary.com
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BIG LIFE SCHOOLS
Capacity
420 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
351
Free School Meals
50.1% (176 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.0% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
22.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
46.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 103.0
2023 102.0 100.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
18 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
35
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
351 pupils
2-11

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

Thoughtful Honest Creative Courageous Inspiring Valuing Difference

Unity is not a faith school but is committed to creating an environment that respects all religions and enables pupils to celebrate and practice their faith. All food served in our schools 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. Our uniform policy supports modesty and inclusivity.

Head Teacher's Message

I am proud to be the Headteacher at such an inclusive, diverse school. Unity is a friendly school where all staff are positive and welcoming. Our skilled teachers deliver first class education in partnership with our families and the community. I have worked in Manchester schools for many years and look forward to continuing to lead Unity.

Curriculum Highlights

Rights Respecting School Voice 21 Oracy School Belonging Matters Charter Mark Eco-Schools Green Flag Gold UNICEF Rights Respecting School Big Life Schools curriculum with six pedagogical principles: Explicit Instruction; Modelling; Activating prior knowledge; Challenge; Questioning; Feedback & Marking

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

Dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEND) and Nurture staff; Senior Lead for SEND is Mrs Laura Oliver; SEND policy and SEND report provide further details; contact the school reception on 0161 871 2614.

Admissions Criteria

Unity welcomes children aged 2 to 11 years. We offer Daycare and Nursery places, as well as Reception through to Year 6. All admissions go through Manchester City Council; online applications via the council portal with guidance provided by the school as needed.

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