St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

URN: 105508 • Manchester M14 6HW

Overview

Name
St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme
URN
105508
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gavin Shortall (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01612246173
Website
Visit
Address
Cromwell Range, Manchester M14 6HW

Summary

St James' CofE Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Birch-in-Rusholme, Manchester, with a current enrolment of 215 pupils against a capacity of 236. The school is grounded in a strong community ethos, aiming to provide a quality education for all children, regardless of their background. The school's values, developed collaboratively with the community, emphasize respect, resilience, kindness, forgiveness, inclusion, and joy.

The curriculum at St James' is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for secondary education and beyond. The school offers a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, alongside a focus on personal, social, health, and relationships education (PSHE). St James' is committed to supporting all learners, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that every child can thrive.

Situated near the University of Manchester, St James' benefits from a diverse and vibrant community. The school actively engages with families and local partners, fostering a supportive environment that encourages parental involvement and community participation. The commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a core priority for the school.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
236
Pupils
215
Boys
105
Girls
110
FSM %
46.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 215 105 110 236 46.00
2024-09-11 219 101 118 236 33.30
2023-09-11 230 105 125 236 29.60
2022-09-11 230 105 125 236 29.60
2021-09-11 235 105 130 236 29.80
2020-09-11 237 107 130 236 26.20

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