Gorton Primary School

A good free schools school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Gorton Primary School.

Manchester, M187GR Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

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Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

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KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
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KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
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Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
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Raw: Good

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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
17 January 2023
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
Mount Road
Gorton
Manchester, M187GR

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143763
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Address
Mount Road, Gorton, Manchester, M18 7GR
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
VANTAGE CE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
472 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
359
Free School Meals
47.4% (170 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
7.5% (27 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
29.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
40
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
359 pupils
3-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

AMBITION TOGETHERNESS RESPECT SERVICE

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Gorton Primary School. We emphasise community, equity, strong relationships, and emotional well-being, with four core values guiding all we do: Ambition, Togetherness, Respect and Service.

Facilities

Wheelchair access onto school grounds at the main entrance Wheelchair access into the school at all entrances, and all ground floor rooms Carpeted classrooms to aid hearing impaired pupils’ learning Exterior lighting to improve evening access Two children’s disabled toilets and one adult disabled toilet Disabled parking is available at the main entrance

Curriculum Highlights

Our curriculum is designed to be exciting and challenging, helping children explore, create, and become confident, independent learners. We place strong emphasis on emotional well-being and building caring relationships as part of learning.

SEND Provision

SEND provision is coordinated by the school's SENCO, Miss Irving, and focuses on ensuring all pupils, including those with SEND or who are vulnerable, access a broad and balanced curriculum. The Local Offer provides information and resources for families.

Admissions Criteria

Oversubscription criteria: 1) Looked after by the local authority or previously looked after; 2) Children with exceptional medical/social needs; 3) Children with a sibling at the school; 4) All other children. Waiting lists are held in criteria order. In-year admissions follow Manchester LA procedures. Appeals information is available via Manchester Admissions Information.

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