Broomwood Primary School
79%
Capacity
397
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Broomwood Primary School
Broomwood 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 397 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broomwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Owen, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6795th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 55 in Trafford.
Broomwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 24 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Broomwood Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Broomwood 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 | Mainwood Road, Broomwood Primary School, Altrincham, Trafford, WA15 7JU |
| Headteacher | Louise Owen |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.8% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 504 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6795th of 13,686
Nationally
975th of 2,065
In North West
46th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
63%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mainwood Road, Broomwood Primary School, Altrincham
Trafford, WA15 7JU
Mainwood Road, Broomwood Primary School, Altrincham
Trafford, WA15 7JU
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