Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
363
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School
Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 363 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 383 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Marciniak, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8083rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 122 in Manchester.
Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 32 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club.
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, Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Woodhouse Lane, Manchester, Manchester, M22 9NW |
| Headteacher | John Marciniak |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 363 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 363 / 383 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8083rd of 13,686
Nationally
1151st of 2,065
In North West
53rd of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
59%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodhouse Lane, Manchester
Manchester, M22 9NW
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