St Gilbert's RC Primary School
91%
Capacity
237
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Gilbert's RC Primary School
St Gilbert's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 260 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Gilbert's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Tyldesley, 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 7474th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 65 in Salford.
St Gilbert's RC 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.
St Gilbert's RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (62 responses).
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 Gilbert's RC Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, St Gilbert's RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Cambell Road, Eccles, Manchester, Salford, M30 8LZ |
| Headteacher | Hayley Tyldesley |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 260 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7474th of 13,686
Nationally
1061st of 2,065
In North West
29th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
62 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Gilbert's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Cambell Road, Eccles, Manchester
Salford, M30 8LZ
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