St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
Manchester, M13 0BT · Manchester · primary school
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64th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.9/10 against 2,405 of them, against 3.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| 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 Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Sewing, Type Wizards, Kids Karaoke, Colouring, Cinema Club, KS1 Reading, Music Theatre, and Stay and Play. Sports options include Ball Games, Cricket, Cheerleading, and Karate, alongside Dance & Meditation. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 219 pupils against a stated capacity of 249. 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 literacy? What specific activities are included in the Stay and Play club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the recent inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
Overview
St Joseph's RC Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school fosters a calm and purposeful environment where pupils are polite, confident, and articulate, underpinned by strong relationships and high aspirations for achievement. Current pupils are achieving well following curriculum improvements, although this is not yet reflected in the 2024 outcomes for Year 6.
Strengths
- The curriculum has been reviewed and refined, ensuring staff clarity and a consistent approach from early years to Year 6.
- Staff benefit from valued training and a commitment to reducing workload, supporting their well-being and effective role fulfilment.
- Reading is a high priority with effective phonics delivery; most older pupils read with accuracy and independence.
- The school swiftly identifies and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them feel included and achieve well.
- Governors offer effective support and challenge, and the school responds well to contextual changes, such as increased SEND numbers.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, opportunities for pupils to recap and recall previous learning are at an early stage of development, leaving some pupils less confident in recalling what they have been taught.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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