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Crab Lane Primary School

Crab Lane, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M9 8NB

Community school

Pupils

425

Ages

3-11

FSM

60.7%

Capacity

472

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

64.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

56.0%

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About Crab Lane Primary School

Crab Lane Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 425 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Crab Lane, Manchester, M9 8NB | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Crab Lane Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2024 — Good
Jun 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Crab Lane Primary School

What is Crab Lane Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Crab Lane Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Crab Lane Primary School's latest exam results?

Crab Lane Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 56% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Crab Lane Primary School located?

Crab Lane Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester (M9 8NB).

How many pupils attend Crab Lane Primary School?

Crab Lane Primary School has around 425 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Crab Lane Primary School with other schools?

View Crab Lane Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Manchester.