St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

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

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths71%

71%, 9 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths14%

14%, 6 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score108

108, 3 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

404 pupils on roll, with places for 420

Eligible for free school meals47.5%

47.5%, 21 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language34.4%

34.4%, 12.8 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support15.1%

15.1%, 0.3 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.5%

3.5%, 2.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near St Kentigern's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Wilbraham Primary School0.3 milesOfsted: Good56% met the expected standard
Old Moat Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding64% met the expected standard
The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement38% met the expected standard
Heald Place Primary School0.7 milesOfsted judgements: Requires improvement to good52% met the expected standard
Claremont Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Good42% 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
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.