Springfield Primary School
99%
Capacity
678
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Springfield Primary School
Springfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 678 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher A J Chard, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1242nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 55 in Trafford.
Springfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 341 applications for 90 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 100 were first-preference applications.
Springfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
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 Springfield Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Springfield 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 | Springfield Road, Sale, Trafford, M33 7XS |
| Headteacher | A J Chard |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 678 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 678 / 682 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1242nd of 13,686
Nationally
150th of 2,065
In North West
11th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
81%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
341
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
100 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Springfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Springfield Road, Sale
Trafford, M33 7XS
Journey to School
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