Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School, Manchester
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This is a warm, nurturing school where every child feels cared for and known well by staff. Behaviour is excellent because of the school's positive approach and high expectations, while pupils with additional needs receive tailored support to help them thrive. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to build children's confidence and vocabulary across all subjects, preparing them well for their next stage of learning.
Key Strengths
- Pupils' behaviour is impeccable with calm, orderly classrooms where children love to learn
- Well-designed, exciting curriculum with clear focus on language development and core skills
- Strong inclusion systems - pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils are supported well and achieve alongside peers
- Effective leadership that has improved attendance rates by identifying concerns early and working closely with families
- Early years provides excellent start with skilled staff interactions and clear focus on communication and language
Areas for Improvement
- Some activities for pupils with special needs are not always matched well enough to their individual needs
- Year 6 attainment data in reading, writing and maths remains below the national average, though current pupils show better progress
- Some pupils less confident recalling details about fundamental British values despite understanding the concepts
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - the school has established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and managed, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Cooking club, dodgeball, music, arts and crafts, sporting events, residential visits, trips
Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School is judged to be meeting expected standards across all areas. The school has created a positive, caring environment where pupils' achievement is improving, attendance is rising, and behaviour is excellent.
At a Glance
40.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 47% to 63%. Maths has improved from 38% to 60%. Writing has improved from 38% to 54%.
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
92%
Near capacity
386 pupils
420 capacity
34 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Manchester
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Manchester
Admissions Demand - Salford
Places available
3,290
Applications
2,825
Got 1st preference
89.3%
Got preferred school
96.5%
Primary admissions across Salford (2025/26)
Inspection History(110)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
6.87632%
Overall absence
17.66382%
Persistent absence
351
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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