Armitage CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
489
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Armitage CofE Primary School
Armitage CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 489 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 500 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gaynor Stubbs, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7581st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 122 in Manchester.
Armitage CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 114 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
Armitage CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Armitage CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Coding, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Armitage CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Rostron Avenue, Manchester, Manchester, M12 5NP |
| Headteacher | Gaynor Stubbs |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 489 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 489 / 500 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7581st of 13,686
Nationally
1076th of 2,065
In North West
49th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
114
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Armitage CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Rostron Avenue, Manchester
Manchester, M12 5NP
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