Sandilands Primary School
URN: 105469 • Manchester M23 9JX
Overview
- Name
- Sandilands Primary School
- URN
- 105469
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanna Higginbotham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01619736887
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wendover Road, Manchester M23 9JX
Summary
Sandilands Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Wythenshawe, Manchester, with a current enrolment of 410 pupils and a capacity of 480. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where high expectations for academic and behavioural standards are upheld. The dedicated staff aim to develop each child's abilities across various domains, ensuring they are well-prepared for secondary education and future challenges.
The curriculum at Sandilands encompasses a broad range of subjects, including core areas such as mathematics, science, and English, alongside creative disciplines like art and music. The school also places emphasis on personal, social, and health education (PSHE), promoting a holistic approach to learning. Additional resources, such as a Home Learning Hub and wrap-around care, support students and their families.
With a strong commitment to community engagement, Sandilands fosters positive relationships between home and school, recognizing the importance of collaboration in a child's educational journey. The school actively encourages parental involvement and provides various support services to enhance the overall experience for families.
The curriculum at Sandilands encompasses a broad range of subjects, including core areas such as mathematics, science, and English, alongside creative disciplines like art and music. The school also places emphasis on personal, social, and health education (PSHE), promoting a holistic approach to learning. Additional resources, such as a Home Learning Hub and wrap-around care, support students and their families.
With a strong commitment to community engagement, Sandilands fosters positive relationships between home and school, recognizing the importance of collaboration in a child's educational journey. The school actively encourages parental involvement and provides various support services to enhance the overall experience for families.
Useful links
- Administer Site (other)
- @SandilandsPS (other)
- School Jotter (other)
- school website (other)
- Webanywhere (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
- Manchester
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 410
- Boys
- 202
- Girls
- 208
- FSM %
- 45.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 410 | 202 | 208 | 480 | 45.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 425 | 197 | 228 | 480 | 44.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 430 | 196 | 234 | 480 | 40.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 430 | 196 | 234 | 480 | 40.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 424 | 194 | 230 | 480 | 38.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 440 | 207 | 233 | 480 | 31.60 |
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