A good academy converter school in Bury. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Wesley Methodist Primary School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 103.0 | 104.0 |
| 2023 | 102.0 | 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
"Shine like stars as children of God"
We have strong links to Wesley Methodist Church which enriches pupils’ religious, spiritual and social education.
Welcome message from Headteacher Mr Rhys Jones emphasising a welcoming, high-expectations environment with an inclusive, immersive curriculum and a commitment to helping every child become a fluent reader by age seven.
The school operates a breakfast and after-school provision on site.
Wesley Methodist Primary School adopts an inclusive SEND approach with a dedicated Inclusion Manager and a team of teaching staff, who work with external professionals (e.g., Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist, Targeted Support Service, Outreach and Educational Psychologist). The school uses a graduated approach to SEND, may apply for additional local authority funding (e.g., TIS, EYAR, or EHCP), and communicates through parent reports and regular reviews when appropriate.
Admissions are controlled by Bury Council. The published admission number (PAN) is 45 for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 intakes. Reception applications are made online via www.bury.gov.uk/admissionsprimary; for admissions to other year groups, contact the school office. Offers are based on available places, and appeals are handled by the Local Authority. Details and the policy are available on the school and local authority websites.