Lily Lane Primary School

URN: 105424 • Manchester M40 9JP

Overview

Name
Lily Lane Primary School
URN
105424
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
27.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Murray (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Kenyon Lane, Manchester M40 9JP

Summary

Lily Lane Primary School, located in Manchester, is a community school established in 1904, catering to a diverse student body of approximately 625 pupils. The school operates under the Changing Lives in Collaboration (CLIC) Trust, which emphasizes a cooperative approach to education, aiming to improve outcomes for children through tailored learning experiences. The school’s ethos, "Learning and Succeeding Together," reflects its commitment to high expectations and inclusivity, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to excel.

The curriculum at Lily Lane is designed to be engaging and relevant, with a strong focus on interconnecting subjects through "golden threads" in History and Geography. This approach allows students to build on their knowledge progressively, fostering a deeper understanding of the material. The school also prioritises the emotional and social development of its pupils, integrating the JIGSAW PSHE curriculum to promote wellbeing and respect for others.

With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (54.20%), Lily Lane is dedicated to serving its local community and addressing the specific needs of its families. The school encourages parental involvement and offers various resources to support children's education, fostering a collaborative environment for learning.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
690
Pupils
625
Boys
321
Girls
304
FSM %
54.20
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2023-02-28
Last Ofsted
2022-05-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 625 321 304 690 54.20
2024-09-11 625 321 304 690 54.20
2023-09-11 621 332 289 690 50.20
2022-09-11 621 332 289 690 50.20
2021-09-11 646 340 306 690 47.10
2020-09-11 650 348 302 610 43.50

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