Summerville Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Summerville Primary School
Summerville Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Salford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Summerville Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Straker, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10011th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 65 in Salford.
Summerville Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Summerville Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Summerville Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Summerville 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Summerville Road, Salford, Salford, M6 7HB |
| Headteacher | Leanne Straker |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.7% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10011th of 13,686
Nationally
1446th of 2,065
In North West
47th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
53%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Summerville Primary School
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Contact Information
Summerville Road, Salford
Salford, M6 7HB
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