PrimaryData as of May 2026

St Catherine's RC Primary School

School Lane, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 6HS

Voluntary aided school

Roman Catholic

Pupils

425

Ages

3-11

FSM

10.7%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

67.0%

RWM Combined

55.0%

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About St Catherine's RC Primary School

St Catherine's RC Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 425 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: School Lane, Manchester, M20 6HS | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Catherine's RC Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Good
Jan 2009 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St Catherine's RC Primary School

What is St Catherine's RC Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St Catherine's RC Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are St Catherine's RC Primary School's latest exam results?

St Catherine's RC Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is St Catherine's RC Primary School located?

St Catherine's RC Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester (M20 6HS).

How many pupils attend St Catherine's RC Primary School?

St Catherine's RC Primary School has around 425 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Catherine's RC Primary School with other schools?

View St Catherine's RC Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Manchester.