Acre Hall Primary School
85%
Capacity
292
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Acre Hall Primary School
Acre Hall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 292 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 343 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Acre Hall Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher C Catherall, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8136th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 55 in Trafford.
Acre Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 39 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Acre Hall Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Acre Hall Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Irlam Road, Urmston, Manchester, Trafford, M41 6NA |
| Headteacher | C Catherall |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 292 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.2% |
| School Capacity | 292 / 343 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8136th of 13,686
Nationally
1161st of 2,065
In North West
49th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Irlam Road, Urmston, Manchester
Trafford, M41 6NA
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