St Brigid's RC Primary School
112%
Capacity
232
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Brigid's RC Primary School
St Brigid'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 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 207 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Brigid's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Miles, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12164th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 111th out of 122 in Manchester.
St Brigid's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 22 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Brigid's RC Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Brigid'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 | Grey Mare Lane, Manchester, Manchester, M11 3DR |
| Headteacher | Julie Miles |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.2% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 207 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12164th of 13,686
Nationally
1798th of 2,065
In North West
111th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
43%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
67
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Brigid's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Grey Mare Lane, Manchester
Manchester, M11 3DR
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