St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme — Primary School in Manchester

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St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

Manchester, M14 6HW

215 Pupils

236 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

46.00% FSM %

105 Boys

110 Girls

About St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Manchester, Manchester, in the North West region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 215 pupils on roll. School capacity: 236. Current headteacher: Gavin Shortall.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Manchester
Region	North West
Administrative District	Manchester
Parliamentary Constituency	Manchester Rusholme
Ward	Rusholme
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10068573
URN	105508
Data Last Updated	19-11-2025

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Jess Kippen	Chair of Governors	09/01/2023	08/01/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Janet Batsleer	Governor	01/01/2023	31/12/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Deborah Coey	Governor	01/01/2023	31/01/2026	Elected by parents
Mr Andrew Gait	Governor	01/01/2023	31/12/2027	Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)
Mrs Joanna Gait	Governor	01/01/2023	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Hilary Jones	Governor	01/01/2023	31/12/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Rita Kumar	Governor	10/10/2023	09/10/2027	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Lynda Newton	Governor	01/01/2023	31/12/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Sandy Radford	Governor	08/09/2025	07/09/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Gavin Shortall	Governor	01/01/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Mohammed Syed	Governor	11/02/2025	10/02/2029	Elected by parents
Caroline Whelan	Governor	15/02/2023	14/02/2027	Elected by school staff

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Manchester, Manchester.

How many pupils does St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme have?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme has 215 pupils, with a capacity of 236.

What is the age range at St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme a faith school?

Yes, St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme?

The Headteacher at St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is Mr Gavin Shortall.

Where is St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme located?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is at Cromwell Range, Birch-in-Rusholme, Manchester, M14 6HW, in the Manchester local authority, North West.

Does St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme currently open?

St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Gavin Shortall

Cromwell Range, Birch-in-Rusholme, Manchester, M14 6HW

01612246173

www.stjamesmanchester.co.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 105508

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026