The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary — Primary School in Salford

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The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary

Salford, M3 6LU

219 Pupils

240 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

29.70% FSM %

123 Boys

96 Girls

About The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary

The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Salford, Salford, in the North West region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 219 pupils on roll. School capacity: 240. Current headteacher: Diane Hanley.

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	Salford
Region	North West
Administrative District	Salford
Parliamentary Constituency	Salford
Ward	Blackfriars & Trinity
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070709
URN	105964
Data Last Updated	13-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Ms Paula Howe	Chair of Governors	12/07/2024	11/07/2028	Nominated by other body and appointed by GB
Mrs Opeoluwa Aiyenitaju	Governor	12/07/2022	11/07/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Concepcion Anglada	Governor	07/04/2021	06/04/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Jim Burscough	Governor	14/01/2026	13/01/2030	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Royson Calaco	Governor	12/12/2022	11/12/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Ms Victoria Dickson	Governor	18/10/2023	17/10/2027	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Julie Hamer	Governor	04/01/2023	03/01/2027	Foundation/sponsor members
Headteacher Diane Hanley	Governor	31/08/2016	30/08/2026	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Dr Anthony Hesketh	Governor	08/04/2021	07/04/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Dr Anthony Hesketh	Governor	07/07/2025	06/07/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Madelene Holdsworth	Governor	18/11/2025	27/11/2025	Elected by parents
Father Michael Jones	Governor	23/07/2013	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)

Schools Nearby

The Friars Primary School

0.22 km • Salford

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St Philip's CofE Primary School

0.58 km • Salford

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River View Community Primary School

0.78 km • Salford

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University of Salford

0.8 km • Salford

Other

Chetham's School of Music

1.12 km •

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Cheetwood Primary School

1.14 km • Manchester

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary?

The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Salford, Salford.

How many pupils does The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary have?

The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary has 219 pupils, with a capacity of 240.

What is the age range at The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary?

The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary a faith school?

Yes, The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary?

The Head Teacher at The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary is Mrs Diane Hanley.

Where is The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary located?

The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary is at Mount Street, Salford, M3 6LU, in the Salford local authority, North West.

Does The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary have a sixth form?

Sixth form at The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary: Does not have a sixth form.

Is The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary currently open?

The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary is currently open.

Contact

Head Teacher

Mrs Diane Hanley

Mount Street, Salford, M3 6LU

01618344150

www.cathedralschoolstpeterandjohn.com/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 105964

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026