Plymouth Grove Primary School

URN: 105443 • Ardwick M13 0AQ

Overview

Name
Plymouth Grove Primary School
URN
105443
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Cooke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01612731453
Website
Visit
Address
Plymouth Grove West, Ardwick M13 0AQ

Summary

Plymouth Grove Primary School is a mixed community school located in Ardwick, Manchester, with a current enrolment of 394 pupils and a capacity of 472. The school is committed to fostering respect, equality, and friendship among its students, and it operates as a Gold UNICEF Rights Respecting School, ensuring that children's rights are upheld and their voices are valued. The school aims to develop responsible, caring citizens who are lifelong learners, focusing on resilience and critical thinking.

The curriculum at Plymouth Grove is designed to be broad and balanced, with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy skills. The History Curriculum, for instance, encourages students to explore both British and world history through engaging topics, promoting skills such as chronological understanding and historical enquiry. Teachers collaborate to ensure consistency and progression across year groups, and assessments are conducted to monitor student progress against age-related expectations.

Plymouth Grove values strong partnerships with families, recognising their crucial role in supporting children's education. The school prides itself on inclusivity and a supportive community environment, where open communication is encouraged among staff, parents, and pupils. This collaborative approach helps create a nurturing atmosphere that fosters both academic and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
472
Pupils
394
Boys
188
Girls
206
FSM %
68.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 394 188 206 472 68.80
2024-09-11 397 198 199 472 57.40
2023-09-11 436 229 207 472 47.00
2022-09-11 436 229 207 472 47.00
2021-09-11 422 229 193 472 43.60
2020-09-11 452 240 212 472 33.80

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