St Anne's RC Primary School
89%
Capacity
193
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St Anne's RC Primary School
St Anne's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 193 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 218 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anne's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Shore, 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 9064th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 122 in Manchester.
St Anne's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 22 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (16 responses).
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 St Anne's RC Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Gardening, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Anne's RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Carruthers Street, Manchester, Manchester, M4 7EQ |
| Headteacher | A Shore |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.3% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 218 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9064th of 13,686
Nationally
1295th of 2,065
In North West
63rd 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
78
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Carruthers Street, Manchester
Manchester, M4 7EQ
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