St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Bethnall Drive, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 7EDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Manchester for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 209 schools in Manchester. It ranks 15th of 250 primary schools in Manchester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 September 2017, report published 6 November 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 March 2024
Pupils at St Kentigern's epitomise the school's aims and values. They are happy, confident, caring, knowledgeable and resilient. Pupils take great delight in welcoming visitors into school. Pupils' behaviour is exceptional in lessons and around school. They are proud of their accomplishments and enjoy talking about their learning. Staff expect pupils to achieve highly. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and children in the early years, respond exceptionally well to staff's aspirations. Pupils, across the school, excel across the curriculum. Pupils have an in-depth understanding of fundamental British values. They celebrate the differences between people. For example, they understand that people should not be treated unfairly because of their beliefs, gender or family background. Pupils are active citizens who raise funds for local, national and international worthy causes. Pupils regularly compete in sporting tournaments. They benefit from specialist tutoring which helps to develop their artistic and acting talents. Pupils visit many different places of interest including art galleries and museums. They are especially keen on outdoor activities, including walking, orienteering and rock climbing.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
49 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
404 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbraham Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| Old Moat Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 64% met the expected standard |
| The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 38% met the expected standard |
| Heald Place Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 52% met the expected standard |
| Claremont Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 42% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EMMAUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Madeline Muldoon
- Phone
- 01612246842
- Address
- Bethnall Drive, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 7ED
- Local authority
- Manchester
- URN
- 149453
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.