Wardley CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
223
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Wardley CofE Primary School
Wardley 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 223 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wardley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kari Walker, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1043rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 65 in Salford.
Wardley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Wardley CofE Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 4 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wardley CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Wardley 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 | Moss Bank Road, Swinton, Manchester, Salford, M27 9XB |
| Headteacher | Kari Walker |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 236 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1043rd of 13,686
Nationally
134th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wardley CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Moss Bank Road, Swinton, Manchester
Salford, M27 9XB
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