Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Gordon, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11186th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 95th out of 122 in Manchester.
Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 11 places, making it 4.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Whalley Road, Manchester, Manchester, M16 8AW |
| Headteacher | Catherine Gordon |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.2% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11186th of 13,686
Nationally
1648th of 2,065
In North West
95th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
48%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
53
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
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Contact Information
Whalley Road, Manchester
Manchester, M16 8AW
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