St Hugh's Catholic Primary School
93%
Capacity
637
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Hugh's Catholic Primary School
St Hugh's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 637 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Hugh's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Kelly, it falls under Trafford 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 4184th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 55 in Trafford.
St Hugh's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 176 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
St Hugh's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (211 responses).
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's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, St Hugh's Catholic 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 | Park Road, Altrincham, Trafford, WA15 6TQ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Kelly |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 637 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 637 / 682 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4184th of 13,686
Nationally
609th of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
211 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
176
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Hugh's Catholic Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Park Road, Altrincham
Trafford, WA15 6TQ
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