Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School
102%
Capacity
215
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School
Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 215 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Halliwell, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 477th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 55 in Trafford.
Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 10 places, making it 5.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Altrincham CofE (Aided) 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Townfield Road, Altrincham, Trafford, WA14 4DS |
| Headteacher | Samantha Halliwell |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.9% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 210 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
477th of 13,686
Nationally
73rd of 2,065
In North West
6th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
53
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School
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Contact Information
Townfield Road, Altrincham
Trafford, WA14 4DS
Journey to School
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