St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
92%
Capacity
228
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 249 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Eccles, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12976th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 119th out of 122 in Manchester.
St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 25 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester include Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester 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 | Richmond Grove, Manchester, Manchester, M13 0BT |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Eccles |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 249 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12976th of 13,686
Nationally
1939th of 2,065
In North West
119th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
35%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
76
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 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 Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
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Contact Information
Richmond Grove, Manchester
Manchester, M13 0BT
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