CofE School of the Resurrection
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About CofE School of the Resurrection
CofE School of the Resurrection is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated CofE School of the Resurrection "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gavin Shortall, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9261st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 122 in Manchester.
CofE School of the Resurrection is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 17 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
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 CofE School of the Resurrection include Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Drama, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, CofE School of the Resurrection 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 | Pilgrim Drive, Manchester, Manchester, M11 3TJ |
| Headteacher | Gavin Shortall |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.1% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9261st of 13,686
Nationally
1333rd of 2,065
In North West
66th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
56%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pilgrim Drive, Manchester
Manchester, M11 3TJ
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