St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School
114%
Capacity
240
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School
St Margaret Ward 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 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jason Hughes, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4452nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 55 in Trafford.
St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 21 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Eco Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, St Margaret Ward 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 | Cherry Lane, Sale, Trafford, M33 4GY |
| Headteacher | Jason Hughes |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4452nd of 13,686
Nationally
640th of 2,065
In North West
35th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
69%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed21
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Cherry Lane, Sale
Trafford, M33 4GY
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