St John's CofE Primary School
103%
Capacity
479
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St John's CofE Primary School
St John'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 479 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 465 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Elswood, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5170th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 122 in Manchester.
St John's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 52 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
St John's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (17 responses).
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 John's CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St John'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 | Clarence Road, Manchester, Manchester, M13 0YE |
| Headteacher | Gareth Elswood |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 479 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.9% |
| School Capacity | 479 / 465 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5170th of 13,686
Nationally
754th of 2,065
In North West
27th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Clarence Road, Manchester
Manchester, M13 0YE
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