Flixton Primary School
104%
Capacity
445
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Flixton Primary School
Flixton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 445 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 428 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Flixton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jason Redmond, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 2014th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 55 in Trafford.
Flixton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 168 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Flixton Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Flixton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Delamere Road, Manchester, Trafford, M41 5QL |
| Headteacher | Jason Redmond |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.7% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 428 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2014th of 13,686
Nationally
263rd of 2,065
In North West
19th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
78%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
168
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Delamere Road, Manchester
Trafford, M41 5QL
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