Cheetham CofE Community Academy
91%
Capacity
628
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Cheetham CofE Community Academy
Cheetham CofE Community Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 628 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 690 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cheetham CofE Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Bruno, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10234th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 80th out of 122 in Manchester.
Cheetham CofE Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 50 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cheetham CofE Community Academy include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Cheetham CofE Community Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Halliwell Lane, Manchester, Manchester, M8 9FR |
| Headteacher | Rachel Bruno |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 628 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.4% |
| School Capacity | 628 / 690 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10234th of 13,686
Nationally
1486th of 2,065
In North West
80th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Halliwell Lane, Manchester
Manchester, M8 9FR
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