Ofsted has released its final school inspection reports before the summer break, covering institutions across Greater Manchester. The new report card system, which replaces one-word summaries such as 'good' or 'outstanding', uses colour-coded grades for areas including attendance, achievement, and inclusion. Schools have received a mix of praise and cautions, with some told to address low attendance or bullying incidents.
Manchester
The Greens ENS (202 Droylsden Road, Newton Heath, report published July 15) was graded as expected standard for attendance and behaviour and personal development, but needs attention in achievement, curriculum and teaching, inclusion, and leadership. Inspectors noted that many pupils with previously low attendance now attend regularly thanks to trusting relationships, but they do not consistently receive high-quality teaching.
Progress Schools Gorton (Hideout Youth Zone, 1 Queens Avenue, report published July 15) achieved expected standard across all areas. Staff help pupils who have experienced disrupted schooling feel safe and valued, and pupils develop a deep sense of belonging. All pupils have special educational needs that are well understood, and many successfully transition to mainstream education.
Oldham
Bright Future School (Friezland Lane, Greenfield, report published July 10) received a strong standard for personal development and expected standard for all other areas. Pupils rarely miss a day and are keen to learn, with staff expertly adapting activities to meet differing needs.
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Ellen House, Waddington Street, report published June 23) was graded expected standard for attendance, inclusion, and personal development, but needs attention in achievement, curriculum, early years, and leadership. The school is described as friendly and nurturing, but some lessons are not carefully considered, and early years children sometimes find content too challenging.
Salford
St Luke's RC Primary School (Swinton Park Road, report published July 14) achieved strong standard for early years and expected standard for all others. Pupils achieve well and talk confidently about what they learn, with good pastoral care and successful removal of barriers to learning.
St Paul's CofE Primary School (Nevile Road, report published July 16) received a strong standard for inclusion, expected standard for achievement, curriculum, early years, leadership, and personal development, but needs attention in attendance and behaviour. Pupils settle into learning quickly and perform well in tests, but attendance is a concern for some.
Stockport
Greave Primary School (St James Way, Cheadle Hulme, report published July 10) was graded expected standard across all areas. The school has calm routines and a harmonious playground, with pupils taking on responsibilities. Attainment has improved and is broadly in line with national averages.
Acorns School (19b Hibbert Lane, Marple, report published July 14) received expected standard for attendance and personal development, but needs attention in achievement, curriculum, inclusion, and leadership. Positive relationships help pupils with disrupted schooling re-engage and attend more regularly.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Jacksons Lane, Hazel Grove, report published July 16) was graded expected standard in all areas. Described as a 'safe haven', the school provides a warm environment where pupils attend regularly and behave well, with an ambitious curriculum preparing them for the next stage.
Tameside
Audenshaw Primary School (Ash Street, Audenshaw, report published July 20) achieved expected standard across all areas. Pupils describe lessons as interesting and challenging, and they are taught to be resilient and eager to learn.
Wigan
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College (Frog Lane, Wigan, report published July 15) received strong standard for personal development and expected standard for all others. Pupils behave with maturity and treat each other with respect, achieving well with expansive opportunities beyond the classroom.
Sacred Heart RC Primary School (Lodge Lane, Hindsford, Atherton, report published July 17) was graded expected standard for achievement, curriculum, early years, inclusion, leadership, and personal development, but needs attention in attendance and behaviour. Pupils have positive attitudes and do well in exams, but some aspects of behaviour and bullying are not addressed appropriately.
Bryn St Peter's CofE Primary School (Downall Green Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, report published July 17) achieved strong standard for personal development and expected standard for all others. Pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with large grounds and harmonious interactions. Attendance is regular.
