Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School

URN: 139467 • Manchester M22 9NW

Overview

Name
Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School
URN
139467
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Marciniak (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01619983422
Website
Visit
Address
Woodhouse Lane, Manchester M22 9NW

Summary

Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy located in Manchester, serving 363 pupils with a capacity of 383. The school operates under a Catholic ethos, promoting values such as forgiveness, courage, peace, and compassion. It aims to create an inclusive learning environment where children are encouraged to think critically and strive for continuous improvement.

The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum, focusing on core subjects such as English, Maths, and Religious Education, which is taught using approved diocesan schemes. Learning is designed to be engaging and relevant, with a strong emphasis on reading and language development. Pupils benefit from small teaching groups tailored to their individual needs, as well as enrichment opportunities through external visitors and educational trips.

The school community is actively involved in decision-making through various committees, fostering a sense of responsibility and representation among students. With a commitment to developing good global citizens, Ss John Fisher and Thomas More prepares children for future success while nurturing their academic, spiritual, and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
383
Pupils
363
Boys
184
Girls
179
FSM %
46.80
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 363 184 179 383 46.80
2024-09-11 371 184 187 383 45.80
2023-09-11 382 187 195 383 42.90
2022-09-11 382 187 195 363 42.90
2021-09-11 342 161 181 363 43.30
2020-09-11 336 157 179 363 38.10

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