St John's CofE Primary School
Manchester, M13 0YE · Manchester · primary school
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50th 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 — 5.6/10 against 1,151 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join handball and football teams, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 455 pupils against a stated capacity of 465. 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St John's CofE Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St John's CofE Primary School has "taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection." The school fosters a "respectful and caring community" where pupils enjoy learning and achieve well, particularly in reading and personal development. While the overall provision remains strong, the report highlights specific areas requiring refinement in curriculum delivery and attendance.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "broad and rich curriculum" with staff who possess "strong knowledge of the subjects that they teach."
- Reading is prioritised effectively; staff deliver phonics with skill, resulting in most Year 6 pupils becoming "fluent, confident and eager readers."
- The school creates a positive environment where pupils are "well prepared for the next stage of their education" and take pride in their achievements.
- Leaders are "highly ambitious for pupils and staff alike," ensuring decisions are made with "pupils’ best interests at the core."
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, staff do not choose the "most appropriate activities to help pupils learn the intended curriculum," preventing some from developing deep subject knowledge.
- Some pupils do not attend school regularly enough, causing them to "miss out on important learning and experiences."
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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
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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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