Monton Green Primary School
98%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Monton Green Primary School
Monton Green 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 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Monton Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Edwards, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11452nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 65 in Salford.
Monton Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 59 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
Monton Green Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.5/5 from 11 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 Monton Green Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Football, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Monton Green 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 | Pine Grove, Salford, Salford, M30 9JP |
| Headteacher | Alison Edwards |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 460 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11452nd of 13,686
Nationally
1687th of 2,065
In North West
59th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 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
Pine Grove, Salford
Salford, M30 9JP
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