Barton Clough Primary School
81%
Capacity
171
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Barton Clough Primary School
Barton Clough Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Barton Clough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Foster-Carr, 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 8008th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 55 in Trafford.
Barton Clough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 24 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barton Clough Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Barton Clough 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Audley Avenue, Manchester, Trafford, M32 9TG |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Foster-Carr |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.2% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 210 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8008th of 13,686
Nationally
1138th of 2,065
In North West
48th 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
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 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
Audley Avenue, Manchester
Trafford, M32 9TG
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