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St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Balmfield Street, Cheetham, Manchester, M8 0SP

Academy sponsor led · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Nov 2023

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71% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

71.0%

RWM Combined

71.0%

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About St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 216 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Balmfield Street, Manchester, M8 0SP | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Requires improvement
Jan 2020 — Inadequate (predecessor: St Chad's RC Primary School)
Jul 2015 — Good (predecessor: St Chad's RC Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

What is St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy's Ofsted rating?

St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy's latest exam results?

St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy located?

St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Manchester, Manchester (M8 0SP).

How many pupils attend St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy?

St Chad's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy has around 216 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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