St Mark's CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
437
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Mark's CofE Primary School
St Mark'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 437 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mark's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Mansfield, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1409th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 65 in Salford.
St Mark's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mark's CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, St Mark'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 | Aviary Road, Worsley, Manchester, Salford, M28 2WF |
| Headteacher | Louise Mansfield |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 437 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 437 / 460 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1409th of 13,686
Nationally
173rd of 2,065
In North West
5th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
81%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mark's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Aviary Road, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M28 2WF
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