Irk Valley Community School
URN: 105452 • Manchester M8 5XH
Overview
- Name
- Irk Valley Community School
- URN
- 105452
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Vicki Lord (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01614138707
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Waterloo Street, Manchester M8 5XH
Summary
Irk Valley Community School is a mixed primary school located in Manchester, serving a culturally diverse community. With a current enrollment of 459 pupils and a capacity of 472, the school prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where mutual respect and collaboration are paramount. The school's vision emphasizes the importance of personal growth and community, encapsulated in their motto, "proud to grow here together."
The curriculum at Irk Valley is designed to engage students actively, promoting a love of learning alongside high academic standards. The school values—curiosity, learning, respect, collaboration, and kindness—guide the behaviours and attitudes expected from both students and staff. This approach aims to equip children with essential skills for their future education and lives.
Support for students is a key focus, with initiatives in place for special educational needs and inclusion, ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to thrive. The school encourages parental involvement and community partnerships, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society.
The curriculum at Irk Valley is designed to engage students actively, promoting a love of learning alongside high academic standards. The school values—curiosity, learning, respect, collaboration, and kindness—guide the behaviours and attitudes expected from both students and staff. This approach aims to equip children with essential skills for their future education and lives.
Support for students is a key focus, with initiatives in place for special educational needs and inclusion, ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to thrive. The school encourages parental involvement and community partnerships, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society.
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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
- Manchester
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 472
- Pupils
- 459
- Boys
- 236
- Girls
- 223
- FSM %
- 41.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 459 | 236 | 223 | 472 | 41.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 476 | 230 | 246 | 472 | 38.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 466 | 241 | 225 | 472 | 31.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 466 | 241 | 225 | 472 | 31.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 462 | 232 | 230 | 472 | 32.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 481 | 242 | 239 | 510 | 25.80 |
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