St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
90%
Capacity
216
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Donna Malcolm, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11486th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 100th out of 122 in Manchester.
St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 21 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 Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 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 | Balmfield Street, Manchester, Manchester, M8 0SP |
| Headteacher | Donna Malcolm |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.1% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 240 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11486th of 13,686
Nationally
1690th of 2,065
In North West
100th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
47%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
64
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Balmfield Street, Manchester
Manchester, M8 0SP
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