Admissions
Unity is a proudly vibrant and diverse environment for children. We welcome applications from all to join our school community.
At Unity, we know that choosing the right school for your child is an important decision and are here to support you every step of the way!
Please explore our admissions information below and apply through the correct Manchester City Council form. For any questions, to meet with one of our team, or to schedule a visit, our Head of Early Years, Katy Burton, will be happy to help you. Please get in touch at 0161 871 2614 (school) or 0161 674 9952 (nursery).
We look forward to welcoming you to Unity!
To apply for a Reception place at Unity, you need to complete an online application between August and January of the year before your child is due to start Reception.
If your child is due to start reception in September 2026, the application window opens August 2025 and the final deadline to apply is January 2026. Once you apply, you will receive confirmation of your child’s place by mid-April 2026.
Please apply for your place at Unity by completing a Reception class application form here.
If your child is currently in another school and you would like to transfer them to Unity, you can call the school office to see if there are any available places. All admissions to Unity come through Manchester City Council, you can apply for a place by completing an application form available here.
For more information about applying for a Day Care or Nursery place at Unity, please see our Early Years page here and get in touch with one of our team.
- Unity Community Primary Admissions Policy Download
FAQs
We welcome children aged 2 to 11 years. We offer Daycare and Nursery places, as well as Reception through to Year 6.
You can apply through the Manchester City Council admissions portal or contact our team directly to receive support and guidance.
The Reception class deadline follows Manchester City Council’s annual admissions timetable, usually in January. However, applications are accepted throughout the school year for all year groups, depending on available spaces.
While we are not a faith school, we recognise that many of our pupils are Muslim. We are committed to creating an environment that respects all religions and enables pupils to celebrate and practice their faith (we celebrate religious festivals, teach about all religions, offer provisions for children to pray during school).
We have dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEND) and Nurture staff who work closely with families, to ensure every child is personally supported to learn and thrive.
Our school day runs from 8:45am to 3:15pm, Monday to Friday. We follow the Manchester City Council term dates, which are available on our website here.
Yes! We value strong community engagement and encourage the support and input of all parents. Parents are encouraged to get involved with our Parent Governors, volunteer for trips, and participate in events throughout the year. Please keep an eye out for upcoming events on ClassDojo and on our website.
We offer healthy, cooked school meals prepared onsite. All food served in our school is halal, with options for vegetarian and other special dietary needs. Children may also bring packed lunches if preferred.