Gorton Primary School
URN: 143763 • Manchester M18 7GR
Overview
- Name
- Gorton Primary School
- URN
- 143763
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- VANTAGE CE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Antonia Purdue (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01615050910
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mount Road, Manchester M18 7GR
Summary
Gorton Primary School, located in Manchester, is a mixed free school with a capacity for 472 pupils and currently serves 431 students. The school emphasizes the importance of community and strong relationships among staff, pupils, and families, creating a supportive environment where children feel valued and encouraged to grow both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Gorton Primary is designed to be engaging and challenging, offering rich opportunities for exploration and creativity. The school aims to inspire children to become confident, independent learners while placing a strong emphasis on emotional literacy and well-being. This holistic approach ensures that students develop not only academically but also socially and emotionally.
Gorton Primary School is part of a Multi Academy Trust, focusing on providing outstanding education for local children. The core values of ambition, togetherness, respect, and service guide the school's ethos and decision-making, fostering a positive atmosphere where every child can thrive. For parents interested in admissions for Nursery or Reception, further information is available through the school office.
The curriculum at Gorton Primary is designed to be engaging and challenging, offering rich opportunities for exploration and creativity. The school aims to inspire children to become confident, independent learners while placing a strong emphasis on emotional literacy and well-being. This holistic approach ensures that students develop not only academically but also socially and emotionally.
Gorton Primary School is part of a Multi Academy Trust, focusing on providing outstanding education for local children. The core values of ambition, togetherness, respect, and service guide the school's ethos and decision-making, fostering a positive atmosphere where every child can thrive. For parents interested in admissions for Nursery or Reception, further information is available through the school office.
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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
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- VANTAGE CE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 472
- Pupils
- 431
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 221
- FSM %
- 55.70
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 431 | 210 | 221 | 472 | 55.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 359 | 171 | 188 | 472 | 45.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 183 | 85 | 98 | 472 | 46.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 183 | 85 | 98 | 472 | 46.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 129 | 64 | 65 | 472 | 53.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 90 | 47 | 43 | 472 | 16.70 |
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