The short version
Above-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 72% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- The school is at capacity (102% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
72%
+10.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
6%
-2.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 24 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 21 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 214
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 31.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Manchester
- Trust
- KINGSWAY COMMUNITY TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Lisa Vyas (Executive Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
388 Slade Lane, Levenshulme, M19 2HT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAcacias Community Primary School
Primary · 350m away
Levenshulme High School
Secondary · 502m away
Mauldeth Road Primary School
Primary · 855m away
St Bernard's RC Primary School Manchester
Primary · 1.2km away
Green End Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Ladybarn Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Burnage Academy for Boys
Secondary · 1.4km away
Withington Girls' School
Independent · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Cringle Brook Primary School a selective school?
No. Cringle Brook Primary School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Cringle Brook Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Cringle Brook Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Cringle Brook Primary School?
Cringle Brook Primary School currently has 214 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Cringle Brook Primary School take?
Cringle Brook Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Cringle Brook Primary School?
Cringle Brook Primary School is in Levenshulme, M19 2HT, in the Manchester local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Cringle Brook Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Cringle Brook Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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