Wellfield Infant and Nursery School
118%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Wellfield Infant and Nursery School
Wellfield Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Joanne Thirkill, it falls under Trafford local authority.
Wellfield Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 43 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wellfield Infant and Nursery School include Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Wellfield Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, Sale, Trafford, M33 5QW |
| Headteacher | Joanne Thirkill |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 180 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed43
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Sale
Trafford, M33 5QW
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