St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
627
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 627 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 639 places).
the school is led by headteacher A Harrop, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 95% 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 96th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 55 in Trafford.
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 202 applications for 90 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 89 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 Vincent's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, St Vincent's Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Orchard Road, Altrincham, Trafford, WA15 8EY |
| Headteacher | A Harrop |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 627 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.0% |
| School Capacity | 627 / 639 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (95%)
96th of 13,686
Nationally
15th of 2,065
In North West
1st of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
95%
Expected Standard
43%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
95%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
202
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
89 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Orchard Road, Altrincham
Trafford, WA15 8EY
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