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The Birches School
Goodgraded 14/05/2024Ages 4–11170 pupils
The Birches School is a school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Manchester. The school has around 170 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 14/05/2024, The Birches School was judged Good. Families comparing schools in Manchester can view The Birches School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Manchester (M20 2XZ), The Birches School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Ofsted & inspectionGood
Overall effectiveness & sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 14/05/2024. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points4 strengths · 0 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Quality of education
Behaviour & attitudes
Personal development
Leadership & management
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
Primary results — Key Stage 20%
Expected standard (RWM)0%
England avg 59%
Higher standard (RWM)0%
England avg 7%
DfE, 2023/24
Pupil intake60.1%
Free school meals60.1%
England avg 26.3%
English not first language55.4%
England avg 18.6%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing90.7%
Attendance90.7%
England avg 93.5%
Pupils per teacher7.2
England avg 19.6
Persistent absence31.7%
England avg 17.5%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Manchester
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