Hilton Lane Primary School
92%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Hilton Lane Primary School
Hilton Lane 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 217 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hilton Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Kearsley, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11085th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 65 in Salford.
Hilton Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 29 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Hilton Lane Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hilton Lane Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Hilton 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 | Madams Wood Road, Worsley, Manchester, Salford, M28 0JY |
| Headteacher | Hayley Kearsley |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.0% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 236 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11085th of 13,686
Nationally
1629th of 2,065
In North West
56th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
48%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hilton Lane Primary School
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Contact Information
Madams Wood Road, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M28 0JY
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