Woodhouse Primary School
109%
Capacity
229
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Woodhouse Primary School
Woodhouse Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodhouse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie O'Connor, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 573rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 55 in Trafford.
Woodhouse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodhouse Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Woodhouse 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 | Nursery Road, Urmston, Manchester, Trafford, M41 7WW |
| Headteacher | Julie O'Connor |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.1% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
573rd of 13,686
Nationally
83rd of 2,065
In North West
7th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
87%
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
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
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodhouse Primary School
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Contact Information
Nursery Road, Urmston, Manchester
Trafford, M41 7WW
Journey to School
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