Longsight Community Primary

URN: 139790 • Manchester M13 0QX

Overview

Name
Longsight Community Primary
URN
139790
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BIG LIFE SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rukhsana Ahmed (since 2025)
Telephone
01612410530
Website
Visit
Address
Farrer Road, Manchester M13 0QX

Summary

Longsight Community Primary is a mixed free school located in Manchester, catering to 209 pupils aged 4-11. Established in September 2013, the school is closely linked with the Longsight Children’s Centre, ensuring a seamless transition for families from early years to primary education. The school prides itself on being inclusive and values care, respect, and tolerance as its core principles.

The curriculum at Longsight Community Primary adheres to the National Curriculum while being tailored by the school's skilled educators to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. With a strong emphasis on language and communication, the school supports children in becoming confident communicators, reflecting its multicultural environment where 21 different nationalities and 16 languages are represented.

In addition to academic support, Longsight Community Primary fosters a community spirit through its Family Hub, which offers resources and programs for families, promoting health and well-being. The school respects and celebrates various religions, providing an inclusive environment for all students, including those from Muslim backgrounds.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BIG LIFE SCHOOLS
Capacity
210
Pupils
209
Boys
101
Girls
108
FSM %
56.00
Open date
2013-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 209 101 108 210 56.00
2024-09-11 211 101 110 210 40.30
2023-09-11 209 91 118 210 32.50
2022-09-11 209 91 118 210 32.50
2021-09-11 210 102 108 210 31.00
2020-09-11 212 104 108 210 21.70

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