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Higher Lane Primary School

Egerton Road, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 7EX

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Pupils

512

Ages

3-11

FSM

14.7%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2025

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

85.0%

Writing

74.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

62.0%

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About Higher Lane Primary School

Higher Lane Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Bury. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 512 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Egerton Road, Manchester, M45 7EX | More schools in Bury

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2021 — School remains Good
Nov 2021 — School remains Good
Nov 2014 — Good (predecessor: Higher Lane Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Higher Lane Primary School

What is Higher Lane Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Higher Lane Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

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

Higher Lane Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Higher Lane Primary School located?

Higher Lane Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Bury (M45 7EX).

How many pupils attend Higher Lane Primary School?

Higher Lane Primary School has around 512 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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

View Higher 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 Bury.