Moor Allerton Preparatory School vs West Didsbury CE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 806 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moor Allerton Preparatory School
Manchester · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
206 students
West Didsbury CE Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
402 students
| Measure | Moor Allerton Preparatory School Manchester, North West | West Didsbury CE Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | – | #323 of 2,286 |
| National rank | – | #2734 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 206 | 402 |
| Pupils on roll | 206 | 402 |
| Free school meals | – | 13.4% |
| Capacity filled | 60.6% | 95.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 73% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 17% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.moorallertonschool.co.uk | www.thrive-wdce.com |
The verdict
- •West Didsbury CE Primary School is the larger school with 402 students compared with 206.
- •Moor Allerton Preparatory School is a independent school while West Didsbury CE Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Moor Allerton Preparatory School better than West Didsbury CE Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Moor Allerton Preparatory School and West Didsbury CE Primary School?
About 806 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Moor Allerton Preparatory School: 206. West Didsbury CE Primary School: 402. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Moor Allerton Preparatory School and West Didsbury CE Primary School rank in North West?
Moor Allerton Preparatory School is unranked and West Didsbury CE Primary School is 323rd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).