Boothstown Methodist Primary School
Manchester, M28 1DG · Salford · primary school
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65th of 69 primary schools in Salford we can score, 76 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,700 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 1.8/10 nationally. 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 | 39.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.30 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.30 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Boothstown Methodist Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 39.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in January 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 1.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the new Ofsted framework influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Boothstown Methodist Primary School
Overview
Boothstown Methodist Primary School provides a welcoming and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The early years provision is a particular strength, offering an "expertly designed and sequenced curriculum" that gives children a strong start. However, pupil achievement is uneven, with recent declines in reading and writing outcomes and mathematics attainment remaining below the national average.
Strengths
- Early years provision is a strength, with "high-quality staff-to-child interactions" that extend vocabulary and prioritise communication and language development.
- Behaviour is positive, creating a "calm, orderly and respectful environment" where bullying is rare and addressed swiftly.
- Leaders have established clear attendance expectations and use positive initiatives, such as 'Attendance Champions', to improve rates.
- The school fosters a strong sense of belonging, with pupils describing the environment as "welcoming and inclusive" and celebrating differences.
- Personal development is comprehensive, including improved online safety education and opportunities for pupils to develop confidence through leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must embed strategies to secure rapid and sustained improvement in mathematics and reading so more pupils are ready for key stage 3.
- Leaders should implement and monitor the pupil premium strategy more rigorously to improve disadvantaged pupils’ reading outcomes.
- Staff need to be more consistent in identifying and addressing pupils’ misconceptions to prevent gaps in knowledge, particularly in key stage 2.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 39% |
| 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
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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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