St Mary's CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
184
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 184 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Daniel, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6594th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 55 in Trafford.
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 16 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, St Mary'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 | Cornhill Rd, Urmston, Manchester, Trafford, M41 5TJ |
| Headteacher | Alison Daniel |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 210 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6594th of 13,686
Nationally
945th of 2,065
In North West
45th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
63%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
74
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Cornhill Rd, Urmston, Manchester
Trafford, M41 5TJ
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