St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School
92%
Capacity
312
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School
St Paul's Peel 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 312 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 340 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Ward, it falls under Salford 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 6651st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 65 in Salford.
St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 40 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
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 Peel CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, St Paul's Peel 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 | Stocksfield Drive, Worsley, Manchester, Salford, M38 9RB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Ward |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 312 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.3% |
| School Capacity | 312 / 340 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6651st of 13,686
Nationally
956th of 2,065
In North West
24th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
48
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Stocksfield Drive, Worsley, Manchester
Salford, M38 9RB
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