James Brindley Community Primary School
94%
Capacity
236
Pupils
6.3x
Demand
About James Brindley Community Primary School
James Brindley Community 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 236 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kate Stokes, it falls under Salford local authority.
James Brindley Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 189 applications for 30 places, making it 6.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
James Brindley Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (74 responses).
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 James Brindley Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, James Brindley Community 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 | Parr Fold Avenue, Worsley, Manchester, Salford, M28 7HE |
| Headteacher | Kate Stokes |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 250 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
74 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
189
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Parr Fold Avenue, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M28 7HE
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