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St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

Cromwell Range, Birch-in-Rusholme, Manchester, M14 6HW

Voluntary aided school · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2013

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Academic picture

74% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme, Manchester

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

89.0%

Writing

78.0%

Maths

81.0%

RWM Combined

74.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Birchfields Primary School

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Good

Heald Place Primary School

0.98 km away · Community school

Good

Longsight Community Primary

1.07 km away · Free schools

Good

The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School

1.16 km away · Voluntary aided school

Requires improvement

St Agnes C of E Primary School

1.21 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

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About St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 74% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 215 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Cromwell Range, Manchester, M14 6HW | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2023 — School remains Good
Mar 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

What is St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme's Ofsted rating?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What are St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme's latest exam results?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme: KS2 2024/25: 74% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme located?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester (M14 6HW).

How many pupils attend St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme has around 215 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme with other schools?

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