Bollin Primary School
93%
Capacity
390
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Bollin Primary School
Bollin 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 390 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bollin Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kylie Spark, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1303rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 55 in Trafford.
Bollin Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 192 applications for 55 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bollin Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Bollin 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 | Apsley Grove, Altrincham, Trafford, WA14 3AH |
| Headteacher | Kylie Spark |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.7% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 420 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1303rd of 13,686
Nationally
161st of 2,065
In North West
13th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
81%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
192
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Apsley Grove, Altrincham
Trafford, WA14 3AH
Apsley Grove, Altrincham
Trafford, WA14 3AH
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