St Margaret's CofE Primary School
Manchester, M16 8FQ · Manchester · primary school
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24th 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 — 8.4/10 against 969 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Margaret's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join dance, digital arts, Lego, homework, musical theatre, ethos, gardening, and photography clubs, as well as basketball and football teams. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 601 pupils against a stated capacity of 720. 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 in the homework club to ensure they complete tasks independently? What specific activities are included in the musical theatre and dance clubs during the term?
What Ofsted said about St Margaret's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Margaret’s CofE Primary School is described as a “very inclusive” environment where pupils are happy and feel safe. The report highlights an “ambitious” curriculum and “exceptionally well designed” personal development provision, noting that pupils behave well and achieve well overall.
Strengths
- The personal development programme is praised for helping pupils understand “cultures, societies and lifestyles which are different from their own” and develop confidence.
- Early years provision is highly effective, with children joining with little English becoming “very well prepared for the key stage 1 curriculum” by the end of Reception.
- Reading is a strong priority, with an “effective phonics curriculum” ensuring pupils, including those with SEND, learn to read with “increasing fluency and accuracy”.
- Staff are supportive and knowledgeable, with subject leaders keen to offer guidance, and leaders ensuring staff workload and well-being are considered.
- Pupils benefit from a “rich diet of cultural experiences” through varied extra-curricular activities and school visits.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers do not sufficiently check if pupils have understood and retained essential knowledge, meaning gaps in learning or misconceptions are sometimes not addressed. Leaders should ensure consistent checking across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders taking responsibilities seriously and staff trained to spot signs of risk and report concerns quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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