Wharton Primary School
81%
Capacity
371
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Wharton Primary School
Wharton 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 371 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wharton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Fielding, it falls under Salford local authority.
Wharton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 33 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Wharton Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Salford, Wharton 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 | Rothwell Lane, Worsley, Salford, Salford, M38 9XA |
| Headteacher | Helen Fielding |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 371 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.6% |
| School Capacity | 371 / 460 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
44
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rothwell Lane, Worsley, Salford
Salford, M38 9XA
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