Chorlton CofE Primary School
Manchester, M21 9JA · Manchester · primary school
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1st 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 — 8.4/10 against 3,837 of them, against 8.7/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 62% | 5.57 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chorlton CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming and football, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 227 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How is the after-school club structured for daily attendance?
What Ofsted said about Chorlton CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Chorlton C of E Primary School are described as "treasured" individuals who "flourish" within a "nurturing and encouraging environment." The inspection highlights an "ambitious curriculum" and "exceptional" personal development, with pupils demonstrating high levels of engagement, tolerance, and academic success, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Children in the early years "get off to an excellent start," benefiting from "high-quality adult interactions" that stimulate independent learning.
- Pupils exhibit "very positive attitudes towards their education" and are "highly engaged in their lessons."
- The school provides an "exceptional programme for pupils’ personal development," preparing them well for life in modern Britain.
- Staff identify the needs of pupils with SEND "quickly," allowing them to "blossom from the support and guidance of knowledgeable and skilled adults."
- Governors carry out their roles "highly effectively," ensuring staff workload is manageable and maintaining an "exemplary culture of inclusivity."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure staff "consistently apply its high expectations of the accuracy of the written work that pupils produce to the same standard in all subjects," as inconsistencies in grammatical standards currently hinder some pupils.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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