Wesley Methodist Primary School
URN: 146996 • Manchester M26 4PX
Overview
- Name
- Wesley Methodist Primary School
- URN
- 146996
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Methodist
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EPWORTH EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rhys Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01617233416
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Forth Road, Manchester M26 4PX
Summary
Wesley Methodist Primary School, located in Radcliffe, Bury, is an academy converter catering to children aged 4-11. With a current enrolment of 299 pupils and a capacity of 315, the school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that emphasizes academic achievement and personal development. The school is part of the Epworth Education Trust and has strong ties to the Wesley Methodist Church, which enriches its ethos and supports the spiritual, moral, and social education of its students.
The curriculum at Wesley Methodist is designed to build a solid foundation for pupils, focusing on three key drivers: Culture, Knowledge of the World, and Diversity. These elements aim to enhance students' understanding of their local and global communities while promoting inclusivity and respect for individual differences. The school also prioritizes literacy, ensuring that all children become fluent readers by the age of seven, with additional support provided as needed.
Wesley Methodist Primary School operates breakfast and after-school provisions, fostering a supportive environment for families. The school encourages community involvement and invites parents to visit and engage with the school’s activities, reinforcing its commitment to collaboration and shared values within the community.
The curriculum at Wesley Methodist is designed to build a solid foundation for pupils, focusing on three key drivers: Culture, Knowledge of the World, and Diversity. These elements aim to enhance students' understanding of their local and global communities while promoting inclusivity and respect for individual differences. The school also prioritizes literacy, ensuring that all children become fluent readers by the age of seven, with additional support provided as needed.
Wesley Methodist Primary School operates breakfast and after-school provisions, fostering a supportive environment for families. The school encourages community involvement and invites parents to visit and engage with the school’s activities, reinforcing its commitment to collaboration and shared values within the community.
Useful links
- @Wesley_Primary (other)
- https://t.co/iUnR9najbc (other)
- e4education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (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
- Bury
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EPWORTH EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 299
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 148
- FSM %
- 23.10
- Open date
- 2019-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 299 | 151 | 148 | 315 | 23.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 301 | 157 | 144 | 315 | 24.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 307 | 161 | 146 | 305 | 18.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 307 | 161 | 146 | 305 | 18.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 306 | 163 | 143 | 300 | 18.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 308 | 166 | 142 | 295 | 14.60 |
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