Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School
102%
Capacity
334
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School
Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 334 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 326 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annemarie Bell, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5406th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 65 in Salford.
Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 40 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Holy Cross and All Saints RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Trafford Road, Manchester, Salford, M30 0JA |
| Headteacher | Annemarie Bell |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 334 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 334 / 326 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5406th of 13,686
Nationally
786th of 2,065
In North West
18th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
67%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trafford Road, Manchester
Salford, M30 0JA
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