Highfield Primary School
Manchester, M41 9PA · Trafford · primary school
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50th 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 3,685 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Highfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in handball and dance.
Getting in
The published school roll is 288 pupils against a stated capacity of 332. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between current results and national medians? How does the curriculum integrate handball and dance into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Highfield Primary School
Overview
Highfield Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are encouraged to be “considerate and kind” and describe the environment as “an amazing place”. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a culture where pupils work hard, achieve well, and feel safe due to swift handling of bullying.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “aspirational” and designed to develop knowledge and skills over time, with teachers using strong subject knowledge to plan learning effectively.
- Staff establish “warm and caring relationships” with pupils, who know they can share concerns and feel listened to.
- Reading is prioritised from Reception, with pupils receiving quick additional help if needed and enjoying texts chosen to enhance subject learning.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively, achieving well while accessing the same “broad and ambitious curriculum” as their peers.
- A carefully considered personal development programme helps pupils respect diversity and prepares them for “life in modern Britain”.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teachers do not provide sufficient opportunity for some pupils to “consolidate earlier learning”, which hinders subsequent progress.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training to recognise risks and leaders working effectively with external agencies to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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