Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
402
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School
Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 402 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Julia Kinch, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13420th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 65 in Salford.
Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 36 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Manchester, Salford, M30 7BJ |
| Headteacher | Julia Kinch |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 402 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.1% |
| School Capacity | 402 / 420 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13420th of 13,686
Nationally
2016th of 2,065
In North West
64th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
26%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
46
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Manchester
Salford, M30 7BJ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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