Gorton Primary School
Manchester, M18 7GR · Manchester · primary school
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88th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.2/10 against 736 of them, against 2.3/10 nationally. 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gorton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join an after-school club and participate in alternative sports.
Getting in
The published school roll is 446 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the alternative sports provision? How does the after-school club operate for families needing wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about Gorton Primary School
Overview
Gorton Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel part of a "friendly community" and are "safe and happy." Leaders maintain "high expectations" for behaviour and learning, resulting in an environment where "learning is rarely interrupted by poor behaviour." The school demonstrates strong ambition for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and provides effective support for new arrivals.
Strengths
- Pupils are "keen to meet the high expectations" set by leaders, showing "high levels of respect" towards one another and staff.
- Leaders have ensured "ambition for all pupils" across the curriculum, identifying "important knowledge" that pupils should learn in different subjects.
- There is a "carefully constructed phonics programme" delivered by well-trained staff, helping pupils become "fluent readers who gain great pleasure from books."
- Governors and trustees "support and challenge leaders well" while remaining "considerate of staff’s workload and well-being."
- The specially resourced provision offers a curriculum "tailored to meet their individual needs," with staff prioritising reading, writing, and independence.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teachers do not adequately check how well pupils have remembered previous learning, sometimes introducing new concepts before existing knowledge is secure.
- Leaders do not always ensure that adaptations for pupils with SEND are delivered as intended, meaning some pupils do not receive the exact support they need.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff trained to spot signs of risk and clear procedures in place to report concerns and work with external agencies.
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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