Rushbrook Primary Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Rushbrook Primary Academy.

Manchester, M187TN Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
53.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 63.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 2.0%
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
25 June 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Shillingford Road
Gorton
Manchester, M187TN
Phone
1612235955
Website
rpa.bright-futures.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138784
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Shillingford Road, Gorton, Manchester, M18 7TN
Website
https://rpa.bright-futures.co.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
562
Free School Meals
59.5% (334 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.3% (24 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
28.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
63.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
2.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 106.0
2023 104.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
21 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
62
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
562 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Creativity Diversity Sensitivity Hope Compassion Optimism Curiosity Independence Confidence

Head Teacher's Message

The Principal, Mr M Carroll, welcomes visitors to Rushbrook Academy, describes the school as a family, notes a Nursery for 40 children, a three-form intake from Reception upwards, a free breakfast club for all pupils and many after-school enrichment clubs, and emphasises high standards and inviting people to visit the school as part of the Bright Futures Trust.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club (fully funded) After-school enrichment clubs

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

A fully funded Breakfast Club is available; after school clubs are offered (enrichment clubs).

SEND Provision

Rushbrook Primary Academy works in partnership with the Local Authority and Bright Futures Educational Trust to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school has an inclusive approach, tailors provision to meet individual children, provides support within school, and works with IAS Manchester for independent information and support. SEND Information Report and related policies are available for download.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are managed by Manchester City Council; Published Admissions Number is 90 pupils per year group; Nursery admissions are handled directly by the school; Reception admissions for 2026 will be advised by Manchester School Admissions with offers in April 2026; Closing date for Primary Admissions is 5pm on 15 January 2026; For assistance contact 0161 245 7166.

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