St Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School
110%
Capacity
240
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School
St Michael's CofE (Aided) 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 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 218 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Perry, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2795th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 55 in Trafford.
St Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 23 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, St Michael's CofE (Aided) 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 | The Grove, Manchester, Trafford, M41 6JB |
| Headteacher | Lucy Perry |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 218 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2795th of 13,686
Nationally
391st of 2,065
In North West
27th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
75%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 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 Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School
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Contact Information
The Grove, Manchester
Trafford, M41 6JB
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