Worthington Primary School
109%
Capacity
458
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Worthington Primary School
Worthington 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 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Worthington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Jones, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5742nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 55 in Trafford.
Worthington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 51 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Worthington Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (158 responses).
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 Worthington Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Worthington 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 | Worthington Road, Sale, Trafford, M33 2JJ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Jones |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5742nd of 13,686
Nationally
830th of 2,065
In North West
43rd of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
158 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
166
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Worthington Primary School
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Contact Information
Worthington Road, Sale
Trafford, M33 2JJ
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