St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Atherton, Manchester, within the borough of Wigan. The school serves a mixed-gender population of approximately 184 pupils aged 4 to 11, with a capacity for 210 students. Situated in an urban area, St Richard's caters to a diverse community, including a significant percentage of families eligible for free school meals, reflecting the socio-economic challenges in its catchment area. The school's motto, 'To Know, Love and Follow Jesus,' encapsulates its commitment to nurturing students in a supportive, faith-driven environment.
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1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)