St Clare's RC Primary School
Manchester, M9 0RR · Manchester · primary school
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83rd 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 — 3.1/10 against 1,401 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Clare's RC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir and Young Voices, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 442 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Clare's RC Primary School
Overview
St Clare’s RC Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils thrive and settle remarkably quickly from the early years. The report highlights that pupils are happy, highly focused on their learning, and achieve well against the school’s high expectations.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, showing kindness and respect towards peers and staff.
- The curriculum is broad and interesting, with careful thought given to the order in which pupils build knowledge.
- Reading is a clear priority, with staff teaching phonics with precision and providing quick support for those needing help.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are quickly identified and supported to access the same learning opportunities as their peers.
- Staff are well supported, and governors play an active role in supporting the school’s development.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, assessment methods do not cover the specific knowledge taught, preventing teachers from identifying precisely what pupils know and remember.
Safeguarding
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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