Mossfield Primary School
77%
Capacity
302
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Mossfield Primary School
Mossfield 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 302 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mossfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Plant, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8535th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 65 in Salford.
Mossfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Mossfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 3 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 Mossfield Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Mossfield 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 | Mossfield Road, Mossfield Primary School, Manchester, Salford, M27 6EH |
| Headteacher | Julie Plant |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.0% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 390 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8535th of 13,686
Nationally
1215th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
58%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mossfield Road, Mossfield Primary School, Manchester
Salford, M27 6EH
Mossfield Road, Mossfield Primary School, Manchester
Salford, M27 6EH
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