St Mary's RC Primary School
100%
Capacity
240
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St Mary's RC Primary School
St Mary's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Stuart Hewson, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 303rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 65 in Salford.
St Mary's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 29 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's RC Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, St Mary's 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 | Hemming Drive, Manchester, Salford, M30 0FJ |
| Headteacher | Stuart Hewson |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 240 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
303rd of 13,686
Nationally
51st of 2,065
In North West
2nd of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Hemming Drive, Manchester
Salford, M30 0FJ
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