Acre Hall Primary School
Manchester, M41 6NA · Trafford · primary school
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55th of 55 primary schools in Trafford we can score, 63 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.8/10 against 2,651 of them, against 1.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Acre Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school "Requires improvement" in September 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 297 pupils against a stated capacity of 343. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school plan to raise attainment in maths to meet national expectations? What specific actions are being taken to address the "Requires improvement" rating? How does the school support pupils who are not yet reaching the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Acre Hall Primary School
Overview
Acre Hall Primary School is described as a "friendly school where pupils are celebrated for their individuality," with strong positive relationships between staff, pupils, and families. While the school has established an "ambitious curriculum" and high aspirations, the report states that the curriculum is "not delivered as well as it could be," resulting in some pupils not achieving as well as they should.
Strengths
- Pupils display a "positive, resilient attitude towards their learning" and behave well, with younger children benefiting from guidance by older peers.
- There is a "love of reading" throughout the school, supported by well-trained staff delivering phonics with confidence and providing extra support for those who find reading difficult.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "fully included in all aspects of school life" and access the same curriculum as their peers.
- The school offers a "wide-ranging offer to enhance pupils’ personal development," including trips and clubs, fostering tolerance and social flourishing.
- Staff feel valued, with the school prioritising well-being and workload, while trustees and governors remain committed to improvement.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure staff are equipped to design learning tasks that help pupils "learn the curriculum effectively," as some activities do not deepen learning.
- Misconceptions in a small number of subjects are not always identified and corrected in a timely manner, hindering accurate knowledge development.
- The school must check the impact of the curriculum on pupils’ learning more effectively to evaluate and modify it where gaps remain unchecked.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 32% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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