St Matthew's CofE Primary School

URN: 106337 • Manchester M32 9AN

Overview

Name
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
URN
106337
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Shelley Lynton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01618651284
Website
Visit
Address
Poplar Road, Manchester M32 9AN

Summary

St Matthew's CofE Primary School, located in Manchester, is a voluntary controlled school with a mixed-gender enrollment of 153 pupils, against a capacity of 235. The school operates under a theologically rooted vision, aiming to foster a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. The motto, "Let your light shine," reflects the school's commitment to helping students succeed and flourish within a supportive community.

The curriculum at St Matthew's is designed to be inclusive and engaging, incorporating a variety of subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the arts, alongside modern foreign languages like Spanish. The school emphasizes the importance of co-curricular activities, including sports and leadership opportunities, to promote holistic development.

St Matthew's also prioritises the well-being and support of its students, offering resources for inclusion, SEND, and family support. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (33.60%), the school actively works to create an equitable learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of its community. For more information, visit their website at www.stmatthews.trafford.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Trafford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
235
Pupils
153
Boys
77
Girls
76
FSM %
33.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 153 77 76 235 33.60
2024-09-11 182 95 87 235 30.20
2023-09-11 201 112 89 235 29.50
2022-09-11 201 112 89 235 29.50
2021-09-11 216 124 92 235 22.40
2020-09-11 221 127 94 235 25.30

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