St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden
96%
Capacity
334
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden
St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Manchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 334 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 347 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helena Miller, it falls under Manchester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3730th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 122 in Manchester.
St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 45 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Manchester, St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden 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 | Patterdale Road, Manchester, Manchester, M22 4NR |
| Headteacher | Helena Miller |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Number of Pupils | 334 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 334 / 347 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3730th of 13,686
Nationally
529th of 2,065
In North West
19th of 122
In Manchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
71%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden
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Contact Information
Patterdale Road, Manchester
Manchester, M22 4NR
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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