Ellenbrook Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
431
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Ellenbrook Community Primary School
Ellenbrook Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 435 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ellenbrook Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Platt, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7613th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 65 in Salford.
Ellenbrook Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 235 applications for 60 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 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 Ellenbrook Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Ellenbrook Community 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 | Longwall Avenue, Worsley, Manchester, Salford, M28 7PS |
| Headteacher | Michael Platt |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 435 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7613th of 13,686
Nationally
1080th of 2,065
In North West
31st of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
60%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
235
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Longwall Avenue, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M28 7PS
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