Mesne Lea Primary School

About Mesne Lea Primary School

Mesne Lea 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 427 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Mesne Lea Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Unsworth, it falls under Salford local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9835th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 65 in Salford.

Mesne Lea Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 61 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Mesne Lea Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Mesne Lea 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.

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