Heyes Lane Primary School
99%
Capacity
621
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Heyes Lane Primary School
Heyes Lane 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 621 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heyes Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Harkin, it falls under Trafford 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 1698th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 55 in Trafford.
Heyes Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heyes Lane Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Heyes Lane 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 | Crofton Avenue, Altrincham, Trafford, WA15 6BZ |
| Headteacher | Sally Harkin |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 621 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 621 / 630 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1698th of 13,686
Nationally
213th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
79%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
171
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crofton Avenue, Altrincham
Trafford, WA15 6BZ
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