Charlestown Community Primary School
Manchester, M9 7BX · Manchester · primary school
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105th of 123 primary schools in Manchester we can score, 137 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.0/10 against 517 of them, against 0.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 36.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.22 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Charlestown Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers after-school sports activities.
Getting in
The published school roll is 430 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in reading and maths? How does the school plan to maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Charlestown Community Primary School
Overview
Charlestown Community Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy being part of a "caring community" and feel "safe and happy." Leaders have created a "rich, engaging and ambitious curriculum" that ensures most pupils achieve well, particularly in reading and mathematics, while parents remain highly supportive of the staff’s efforts.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a curriculum where knowledge "builds in a thoughtful way from the Nursery Year to Year 6."
- Staff possess "secure subject knowledge" and effectively adapt teaching to meet the needs of disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Pupils behave well, treating each other with respect, while bullying is "quickly dealt with by staff."
- There is a strong focus on reading, with leaders ensuring pupils who fall behind receive support to "catch up quickly."
- Governors work closely with leaders, and staff feel valued, appreciating how senior leaders "consider their workload."
Areas to improve
- Some teachers do not use effective strategies to help pupils build knowledge cumulatively, meaning some struggle to recall prior learning; leaders must provide better support for consistent curriculum delivery.
- A small number of staff do not implement the phonics programme exactly as intended, slowing progress for some pupils; leaders must ensure these staff develop the necessary expertise to deliver it with fidelity.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with "robust procedures" creating a strong culture where staff are vigilant for signs of harm and report concerns quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 29% |
| 2023/24 | 34% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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