St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Kentigern's RC 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 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Madeline Muldoon, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6077th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 122 in Manchester.
St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 59 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Kentigern's RC 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 | Bethnall Drive, Manchester, Manchester, M14 7ED |
| Headteacher | Madeline Muldoon |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6077th of 13,686
Nationally
875th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
65%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Bethnall Drive, Manchester
Manchester, M14 7ED
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