St Wilfrid's CofE Junior and Infant School
Mabel Street, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 1GBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Wilfrid's CofE Junior and Infant School is a primary school in Manchester for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 209 schools in Manchester. It ranks 75th of 250 primary schools in Manchester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 September 2023, report published 8 November 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 19 September 2023
Pupils are embraced in the warmth of this school. They know that they are cared for and valued. Pupils said that the school is very respectful and welcoming. This makes them feel happy and safe. Around school, pupils' behaviour is calm and sensible. Most pupils concentrate on their lessons and know not to disturb others. Pupils are keen to learn. In the early years, children are settled and able to stay focused on their learning. Children and pupils follow the school rules by listening carefully and learning to take turns. They speak kindly and respectfully to each other. The school has high expectations for pupils' achievement. Many pupils reach these expectations and, as a result, are ready for the next stage of their education. The school makes sure that pupils receive the support they need, academically, socially and emotionally. Pupils take on various responsibilities with pride. For example, pupils in Year 5 and Year 6 wear a different-coloured jumper to the rest of the school. This is to make them visible as role models for younger pupils. They live up to their role and set a high standard of behaviour for others. Pupils appreciate the opportunities to take part in extra-curricular clubs, such as choir and quiz clubs. They enjoy the visits that they go on as part of their learning to help bring it to life. The school council plays an active role in the school, organising events and acting as a voice for children and pupils.
What the school should improve
- Too many pupils do not attend school regularly enough. These pupils miss out on important learning. The school should improve systems to work with parents so that pupils' attendance increases, and they access the full curriculum offer.
- The school does not have a clear overview of how widely some older pupils read. It has not identified that some pupils do not read from the wide range of books and authors that it intends. This means that these pupils do not develop a broad knowledge of books and authors. The school should ensure that older pupils read the breadth of books that the school intends.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
32 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
219 pupils on roll, with places for 232
Schools near St Wilfrid's CofE Junior and Infant School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King RC Primary School Manchester | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| All Saints C of E Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| Briscoe Lane Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
| South Failsworth Community Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
| St Willibrord's RC Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Laura Flynn
- Phone
- 01616811385
- Address
- Mabel Street, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 1GB
- Local authority
- Manchester
- URN
- 105496
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.