Didsbury CofE Primary School
89%
Capacity
209
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Didsbury CofE Primary School
Didsbury CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Didsbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Rippon, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 674th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 122 in Manchester.
Didsbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 30 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Didsbury CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Didsbury CofE Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Didsbury 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Elm Grove, Manchester, Manchester, M20 6RL |
| Headteacher | Victoria Rippon |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 236 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
674th of 13,686
Nationally
95th of 2,065
In North West
1st of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
86%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
180
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elm Grove, Manchester
Manchester, M20 6RL
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