Armitage CofE Primary School

A outstanding voluntary controlled school school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Armitage CofE Primary School.

Manchester, M125NP Ofsted: Outstanding Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

58

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
51.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 61.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
21 March 2019
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Rostron Avenue
Ardwick
Manchester, M125NP

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
105502
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Address
Rostron Avenue, Ardwick, Manchester, M12 5NP
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Capacity
500 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Manchester
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
499
Free School Meals
46.5% (232 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.2% (21 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
10.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
61.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
10.9 (6.6 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 105.0
2023 103.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
50
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
499 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Aiming High"

Cultural diversity and British values Engagement in learning and a desire for knowledge Belief in oneself and aiming high Equality, fairness and tolerance Community involvement and partnership with local community Positive communication and respectful relationships Understanding religious integrity, forgiveness, honesty and respect

Church of England with a Christian ethos; welcomes pupils of all faiths and none.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher's Welcome from Gaynor Stubbs; describes Armitage CE Primary School as a successful, warm, welcoming school with high expectations of achievement and behaviour, a wide range of curricular and extra-curricular activities, and strong home–school partnerships.

Facilities

Allotment within school grounds (with raised beds, fruit trees, hedgerow, hens) used as teaching space Calm Space for pupils needing a quiet space to reset and regulate feelings The FAB (Facilitated Activity Base) – a flexible, adaptive classroom with a sensory space Sensory space (within The FAB) Wildflower meadow development / eco-friendly outdoor spaces Eco Team and sustainability initiatives

Curriculum Highlights

Music Development Plan

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club: 7:45am–8:45am (£5 per child) and 8:15am–8:45am (£2.50). After School Provision (Kidz Club): 3:30pm–4:30pm (£5.50 per child) or 3:30pm–6:00pm (£11 per child). Friday: 2:15pm–3:15pm (£5.50) or 2:15pm–6:00pm (£11). If a child attends an After School Club, Kidz Club prices apply in addition. After School Clubs run 3:35pm–4:25pm on specified days (£2 per child). Booking via ParentMail. No After School Clubs on Wednesdays and Fridays; Kidz Club runs every weekday. Prices and booking policies may vary; check with the school for the most accurate costs.

SEND Provision

Inclusive SEND provision with a dedicated SEND team; access to external services (Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist) as needed; specialist roles including Art Therapist, Learning Mentor, and Yoga; use of Edukey for IEPs; extensive transition and involvement with parents and outside agencies to support pupils with SEND.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions to Reception – Year 6 are dealt with by Manchester City Council; parents can add their child’s name to the waiting list at the School Office. For more information, visit Manchester City Council's admissions website.

Financial Information

School dinners are charged at £2.50 per day (£12.50 per week). Lunches through LunchHound are £2.70 per day (£13.50 per week); payments for lunches can be made via the ParentMail app. Meals are provided by Taylor Shaw; Autumn/Winter Menu available.

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