Davyhulme Primary School
Manchester, M41 0RX · Trafford · primary school
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9th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,886 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2/10 among them, against 8.8/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.90 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Davyhulme Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2 out of 10 among them, against 8.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Activities include Tactile Arts, School of Play, gymnastics, cross country, football, judo, and netball. Arts Week, Fantastic Friday, and an Art Exhibition are held, with trips to the Lowry in Salford and the Whitworth Art Gallery.
Getting in
The published school roll is 511 pupils against a stated capacity of 542. 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 do not reach the higher standard? What specific support is available for children joining mid-year?
What Ofsted said about Davyhulme Primary School
Overview
Davyhulme Primary School is described as a "happy and friendly" environment where "pupils flourish" and "behave impeccably." The inspection confirms that the school maintains its previous outstanding status, with leaders demonstrating an "unswerving commitment" to providing the best possible education for all pupils.
Strengths
- Teachers are "aspirational for pupils’ achievement" and equip them with "highly effective learning behaviours."
- The curriculum is "meticulously designed" to provide a "deep and rich body of subject knowledge," with "extensive careers information" woven throughout.
- Reading is "at the heart of the curriculum," with consistent phonics delivery helping pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Staff are "adept at recognising and addressing pupils’ misconceptions swiftly" and provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils show "unwavering kindness and respect" for one another and make a "positive contribution to the life of the school."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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