North Walkden Primary School
98%
Capacity
231
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About North Walkden Primary School
North Walkden 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 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Walkden Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Helen Warburton, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7516th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 65 in Salford.
North Walkden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 29 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Walkden Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, North Walkden 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 | Worsley Road North, Worsley, Manchester, Salford, M28 3QD |
| Headteacher | Helen Warburton |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 236 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7516th of 13,686
Nationally
1067th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
61%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Worsley Road North, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M28 3QD
Worsley Road North, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M28 3QD
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