St Ambrose RC Primary School

A good voluntary aided school school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Ambrose RC Primary School.

Manchester, M217QA Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

46

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
37.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 44.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
5 November 2013
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Princess Road
Chorlton-Cum-Hardy
Manchester, M217QA

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
105520
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Princess Road, Chorlton-Cum-Hardy, Manchester, M21 7QA
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
240 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Salford
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
191
Free School Meals
61.1% (117 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.2% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
29.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 105.0
2023 102.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

St Ambrose RC Primary School
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 102.0 103.0
2024 101.0 105.0

Overall Trend:

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
21
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
191 pupils
3-11

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

"In God's family, we grow and learn in love, hope and faith."

Gospel values

St Ambrose is a Catholic school; the family is a learning community rooted in the Catholic faith. The school emphasises Gospel values, Catholic Social Teaching, and that Christ is at the centre of life; Religious Education and building the Kingdom are integral to the curriculum.

Head Teacher's Message

The Headteacher welcomes visitors to a happy, multicultural, multi-faith Catholic community with Christ at the centre. The school works in partnership with the parish and parents to provide excellent education, a broad and balanced curriculum, creativity and challenge, and opportunities for every child to reach their potential. The approach is holistic and inclusive, emphasising risk-taking, self-confidence, and lifelong learning, with a strong mission rooted in Gospel values and UNICEF Rights Respecting goals.

Facilities

Indoor classrooms Outdoor GIFT Garden Forest School facilities

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast and After School Clubs

SEND Provision

The school provides SEN support with access to Educational Psychologist, School Nurse Service, Healthy Weight Team, Sleep Pathway and Speech Therapist; information, advice and support (IAS) Manchester and the Manchester Local Offer are available for parents.

Admissions Criteria

Nursery requires baptism certificate (if available) and birth certificate; Nursery applications are placed on waiting list. Reception requires an admissions application form and online application with Manchester City Council. In-year applications are considered if places are available.

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