Davyhulme Primary School
95%
Capacity
514
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Davyhulme Primary School
Davyhulme 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 514 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 542 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kate Brookes, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% 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 672nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 55 in Trafford.
Davyhulme Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 214 applications for 70 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 79 were first-preference applications.
Davyhulme Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents).
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 Davyhulme Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Davyhulme 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 | Canterbury Road, Manchester, Trafford, M41 0RX |
| Headteacher | Kate Brookes |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 514 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 514 / 542 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
672nd of 13,686
Nationally
94th of 2,065
In North West
8th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
86%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed70
214
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
79 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Canterbury Road, Manchester
Trafford, M41 0RX
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