St Philip's Church of England Primary School
Manchester, M15 6BT · Manchester · primary school
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102nd 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 — 0.8/10 against 1,703 of them, against 0.9/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Philip's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (0.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs for playing cards, penmanship, wool craft, and chess. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 173 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 strategies are used to help children progress from the expected to the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Philip's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Philip’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as “happy and safe” and value being part of the learning community. Leaders have successfully maintained high standards of education despite several changes to leadership and governance, ensuring that most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, continue to learn well.
Strengths
- Pupils are “polite and well-mannered,” with staff resolving incidents of bullying quickly and fostering positive attitudes towards diversity.
- The curriculum is “broad and rich,” with leaders identifying key knowledge and establishing close links with local organisations to enrich learning.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff follow a new phonics programme with “fidelity,” helping most pupils develop into “fluent and accurate readers.”
- Leaders are “fastidious in identifying pupils with SEND quickly and accurately,” providing effective support so they follow the same curriculum as their peers.
- Staff morale is high, with governors working closely to support staff and reduce workload, while pupils enjoy numerous opportunities for wider development through clubs and visits.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers deliver the curriculum as intended, as some do not currently choose the “most appropriate activities” to teach new concepts.
- Leaders must help teachers in a few subjects to use assessment systems sufficiently well to identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders establishing strong systems and providing up-to-date training so staff can identify welfare concerns early and keep pupils protected from harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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