Park Road Academy Primary School
100%
Capacity
236
Pupils
6.4x
Demand
About Park Road Academy Primary School
Park Road Academy Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kerry Hart, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 93% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 143rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 55 in Trafford.
Park Road Academy Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 193 applications for 30 places, making it 6.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Park Road Academy Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Park Road Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Frieston Road, Altrincham, Trafford, WA14 5AP |
| Headteacher | Kerry Hart |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.6% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 236 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (93%)
143rd of 13,686
Nationally
22nd of 2,065
In North West
2nd of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
93%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
93%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
193
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Frieston Road, Altrincham
Trafford, WA14 5AP
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