St Paul's CofE Primary School
85%
Capacity
200
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Paul's CofE Primary School
St Paul'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 200 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 235 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Paul's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Puckey, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6505th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 65 in Salford.
St Paul's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 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 Paul's CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, St Paul'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 | Nevile Road, Salford, Salford, M7 3PT |
| Headteacher | Paul Puckey |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.5% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 235 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6505th of 13,686
Nationally
928th of 2,065
In North West
23rd of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
64%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Nevile Road, Salford
Salford, M7 3PT
Nevile Road, Salford
Salford, M7 3PT
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