Prestwich Preparatory School
URN: 105997 • Manchester M25 1PZ
Overview
- Name
- Prestwich Preparatory School
- URN
- 105997
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Inadequate
- Ranking score
- 30.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Patricia Shiels (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01617731223
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 400 Bury Old Road, Manchester M25 1PZ
Summary
Prestwich Preparatory School is a small, family-run independent school located in North Manchester, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 11. With a current enrolment of 36 students and a capacity of 113, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where individual attention is paramount. The school emphasizes high expectations and personal support, aiming to help children flourish during their formative years.
The curriculum at Prestwich Preparatory School is traditional, focusing on literacy, numeracy, reasoning, physical skills, and social skills. While not strictly adhering to the National Curriculum, the school uses it as a guideline to enhance its educational offerings. The school places particular emphasis on preparing students for local Grammar School entrance examinations, with a strong track record of success.
Community involvement is encouraged, with parents considered integral to the learning process. Regular assessments and open communication ensure that parents are kept informed about their child's progress. The school also supports children with special educational needs, providing tailored teaching in a disciplined yet friendly environment.
The curriculum at Prestwich Preparatory School is traditional, focusing on literacy, numeracy, reasoning, physical skills, and social skills. While not strictly adhering to the National Curriculum, the school uses it as a guideline to enhance its educational offerings. The school places particular emphasis on preparing students for local Grammar School entrance examinations, with a strong track record of success.
Community involvement is encouraged, with parents considered integral to the learning process. Regular assessments and open communication ensure that parents are kept informed about their child's progress. The school also supports children with special educational needs, providing tailored teaching in a disciplined yet friendly environment.
Useful links
- Events List (calendar)
- Staff Code of Conduct (download)
- Home (other)
- Curriculum and Ethos (other)
- Term & Holiday Dates (other)
- School Fees (other)
- School Policies (other)
- School Uniform (other)
- Why Choose Us? (other)
- Parent's Portal Log In (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Rowan Tree Primary School (72.9)
- The Manchester Metropolitan University (68.7)
- Delamere School (67.1)
- Springside (65.6)
- Longford Park School (65.3)
Key details
- LA
- Bury
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 113
- Pupils
- 36
- Boys
- 21
- Girls
- 15
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1910-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 36 | 21 | 15 | 113 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 45 | 22 | 23 | 113 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 80 | 40 | 40 | 113 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 80 | 40 | 40 | 113 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 71 | 36 | 35 | 113 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 59 | 31 | 28 | 113 | 0.00 |
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