Mersey Drive Community Primary School
URN: 105299 • Manchester M45 8LN
Overview
- Name
- Mersey Drive Community Primary School
- URN
- 105299
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Angela Ridley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01617666298
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mersey Drive, Manchester M45 8LN
Summary
Mersey Drive Community Primary School, located in Whitefield, Manchester, is a mixed community school with an inclusive ethos, catering to 196 pupils. The school prioritises a nurturing and safe learning environment, where children are encouraged to enjoy learning, aim high, and develop respect, independence, and responsibility. The dedicated staff and governors work collaboratively to ensure that every child can achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at Mersey Drive is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on inspiring learning experiences that foster self-confidence and independence. Special attention is given to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring they receive the necessary support to thrive alongside their peers. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, implementing a well-structured phonics programme that helps young learners develop essential literacy skills.
Mersey Drive is committed to building a strong community, engaging parents and carers in school life through regular updates and communication. The school’s positive relationships and effective safeguarding measures contribute to a supportive atmosphere where pupils feel valued and safe.
The curriculum at Mersey Drive is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on inspiring learning experiences that foster self-confidence and independence. Special attention is given to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring they receive the necessary support to thrive alongside their peers. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, implementing a well-structured phonics programme that helps young learners develop essential literacy skills.
Mersey Drive is committed to building a strong community, engaging parents and carers in school life through regular updates and communication. The school’s positive relationships and effective safeguarding measures contribute to a supportive atmosphere where pupils feel valued and safe.
Useful links
- Tweets by MerseyDrive (other)
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Yesoiday Hatorah Girls Academy (80.9)
- Garrett Hall Primary School (79.7)
- Broadoak Primary School (79.5)
- St Andrew's CofE Primary School (77.0)
- Brookburn Community School (76.9)
Key details
- LA
- Bury
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 196
- Boys
- 100
- Girls
- 96
- FSM %
- 44.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 196 | 100 | 96 | 236 | 44.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 194 | 104 | 90 | 236 | 42.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 196 | 96 | 100 | 236 | 43.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 196 | 96 | 100 | 236 | 43.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 98 | 107 | 236 | 40.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 218 | 105 | 113 | 236 | 31.30 |
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