Christ The King RC Primary School
96%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Christ The King RC Primary School
Christ The King RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 241 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Christ The King RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Potts, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1765th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 65 in Salford.
Christ The King RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Christ The King RC Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 15 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (39 responses).
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 Christ The King RC Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Christ The King RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Holly Avenue, Manchester, Salford, M28 3DW |
| Headteacher | Nichola Potts |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 241 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1765th of 13,686
Nationally
224th of 2,065
In North West
9th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ The King RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Holly Avenue, Manchester
Salford, M28 3DW
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