The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School
Manchester, M14 7SH · Manchester · primary school
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116th 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 — 2.1/10 against 1,253 of them, against 1.8/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, 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 (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement in July 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Eco Club, play football, dodge-ball and racket sports, and attend both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 406 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 plan to raise attainment to the national median? What specific steps are being taken to address the 2024 inspection findings?
What Ofsted said about The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school that is a "place of warmth and high ambition" where pupils feel safe and are "exceptionally proud" of their community. While behaviour, attendance, and personal development are strong, the overall effectiveness requires improvement due to inconsistencies in the curriculum, particularly in the early years and regarding long-term knowledge retention.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "highly positive" relationships with staff and settle in quickly, benefiting from the school’s diversity.
- Behaviour and attendance have improved significantly, with pupils demonstrating good attitudes.
- Staff are "confident and competent," benefiting from comprehensive training and an open culture that considers well-being.
- The curriculum in most subjects is "ambitious and carefully designed," enriching pupils' cultural capital through visits and well-chosen resources.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included, with staff skilfully adapting resources and involving parents in decisions.
Areas to improve
- The early years curriculum lacks clarity on what children should learn, leaving staff unsure how to prepare them for Year 1.
- Gaps in pupils’ knowledge from previous weak curriculums have not been sufficiently identified or addressed, hindering progress.
- Teachers do not regularly revisit previous content or help pupils make connections between units, impacting long-term retention and achievement.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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