Ribble Drive Community Primary School
URN: 105300 • Manchester M45 8TD
Overview
- Name
- Ribble Drive Community Primary School
- URN
- 105300
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kathryn Higson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Ribble Drive, Manchester M45 8TD
Summary
Ribble Drive Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Manchester, serving 179 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school emphasizes a supportive and inclusive environment, with 50.8% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to catering to a diverse community.
The school’s ethos is rooted in fostering a sense of belonging and respect among students, promoting British values as part of its curriculum. Ribble Drive aims to provide a well-rounded education that not only focuses on academic achievement but also on the personal development of each child.
Parents can expect a collaborative approach to education, with opportunities for involvement in school activities and initiatives. The school’s commitment to transparency is evident through its provision of key information and resources, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's learning journey.
The school’s ethos is rooted in fostering a sense of belonging and respect among students, promoting British values as part of its curriculum. Ribble Drive aims to provide a well-rounded education that not only focuses on academic achievement but also on the personal development of each child.
Parents can expect a collaborative approach to education, with opportunities for involvement in school activities and initiatives. The school’s commitment to transparency is evident through its provision of key information and resources, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's learning journey.
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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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 179
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 81
- FSM %
- 50.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 179 | 98 | 81 | 210 | 50.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 179 | 98 | 81 | 210 | 50.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 192 | 101 | 91 | 210 | 49.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 192 | 101 | 91 | 210 | 49.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 200 | 107 | 93 | 210 | 52.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 194 | 106 | 88 | 210 | 40.70 |
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