Westwood Park Community Primary School
81%
Capacity
284
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Westwood Park Community Primary School
Westwood Park Community 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 284 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westwood Park Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mandy Knipe, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11020th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 65 in Salford.
Westwood Park Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 42 places, making it 1.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westwood Park Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Westwood Park Community 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 | Vaughan Street, Eccles, Manchester, Salford, M30 8DH |
| Headteacher | Mandy Knipe |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 284 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.1% |
| School Capacity | 284 / 350 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11020th of 13,686
Nationally
1621st of 2,065
In North West
55th of 65
In Salford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
49%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vaughan Street, Eccles, Manchester
Salford, M30 8DH
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