St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School
104%
Capacity
328
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School
St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 328 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maureen Atherton, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% 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 1163rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 55 in Trafford.
St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 33 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, St Hugh of Lincoln 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 | Glastonbury Road, Stretford, Trafford, M32 9PD |
| Headteacher | Maureen Atherton |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 328 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 328 / 315 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1163rd of 13,686
Nationally
142nd of 2,065
In North West
9th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
82%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glastonbury Road, Stretford
Trafford, M32 9PD
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