St Anne's RC Primary School
Manchester, M4 7EQ · Manchester · primary school
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43rd 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 — 6.0/10 against 1,567 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Anne's RC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Choir, Sewing, and STEM clubs, as well as Arts and Crafts. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 182 pupils against a stated capacity of 218. 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 not yet meeting the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the recent inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Anne's RC Primary School
Overview
St Anne's RC Primary School has "taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection." The report describes a "nurturing and caring school" where pupils are "confident, kind and highly articulate." Leaders have successfully addressed past learning gaps, particularly in phonics and English, ensuring high expectations for conduct and attendance.
Strengths
- Pupils are "incredibly proud" of their school, displaying "kindness and consideration" and an atmosphere of "happiness, calm and purpose."
- The curriculum is "clear and coherent," with staff possessing "secure subject knowledge" who routinely check learning and address misconceptions.
- The school has taken "precise and swift action" to improve phonics and spelling, ensuring pupils who fall behind are "quickly spotted and helped to catch up."
- Attendance is analysed with "rigour" and used "highly effectively" to support families in overcoming barriers to regular attendance.
- Personal development is enhanced through a "thoughtful and ambitious programme," including leadership roles and learning about safety and British values.
Areas to improve
- Teaching approaches for some pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), do not always help them "connect or embed key information effectively."
- The governing body, with many new members, sometimes does not "challenge or support the school as well as it could," limiting the impact of its strategic work.
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 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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