St Augustine's CofE Primary School
85%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Augustine's CofE Primary School
St Augustine's 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 205 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Augustine's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Razia Shah, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4095th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 122 in Manchester.
St Augustine's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
St Augustine's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 69% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Augustine's CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Augustine's 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 | St Augustine Street, Manchester, Manchester, M40 8PL |
| Headteacher | Razia Shah |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.9% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 240 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4095th of 13,686
Nationally
595th of 2,065
In North West
21st of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
St Augustine Street, Manchester
Manchester, M40 8PL
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