St Augustine's CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About St Augustine's CofE Primary School
St Augustine's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Augustine's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Dilworth, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4209th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 65 in Salford.
St Augustine's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
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 St Augustine's CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Athletics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, St Augustine's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | 380 Bolton Road, Swinton, Manchester, Salford, M27 8UX |
| Headteacher | Emma Dilworth |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.4% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4209th of 13,686
Nationally
616th of 2,065
In North West
15th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities 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
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
380 Bolton Road, Swinton, Manchester
Salford, M27 8UX
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