St Andrew's Methodist Primary School
Manchester, M28 0ZA · Salford · primary school
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12th of 69 primary schools in Salford we can score, 76 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 — 6.5/10 against 2,365 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| 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.
St Andrew's Methodist Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 aiming for the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's Methodist Primary School
Overview
St Andrew's Methodist Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a "first-rate education" where pupils achieve highly across the curriculum. The report highlights an "ambitious vision" and a "trustful culture" in which staff and leaders collaborate effectively to ensure all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, feel included and respected.
Strengths
- Pupils "respond exceptionally well to the high expectations" and demonstrate "deep respect for one another," creating a happy and safe environment.
- The curriculum is "deliberately and thoughtfully refined," ensuring staff know the "key building blocks of information" pupils need to remember.
- Staff are supported through "well-honed coaching and training," resulting in high morale and the ability to make learning "memorable."
- Reading provision is strong, with staff delivering the phonics programme "accurately" and providing "highly effective and timely support" for those who struggle.
- The school successfully develops pupils' "cultural knowledge" and prepares them well for life as "citizens of modern Britain."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with the school having created an "open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts pupils’ interests first."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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