Kings Road Primary School
Manchester, M16 0GR · Trafford · primary school
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39th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.5/10 against 2,131 of them, against 6.2/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kings Road Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 17.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 638 pupils against a stated capacity of 744. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Kings Road Primary School
Overview
Pupils feel ‘cherished’ and safe at this school, where relationships are ‘very positive’ and behaviour is ‘extremely well-mannered’. Leaders maintain high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring a ‘broad and balanced curriculum’ that fosters strong personal development and a love of reading.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘extremely well-mannered’ and ‘attentive in their lessons’, resulting in minimal disruptions to learning.
- Staff effectively adapt the curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, allowing them to access the ‘same ambitious curriculum as their classmates’.
- Leaders promote a ‘love of reading’ through carefully selected books that reflect the diverse community and a well-trained phonics programme.
- Pupils enjoy engaging activities such as ‘Mantle of the Expert’ weeks and have ample opportunities for leadership roles and clubs.
- Staff morale is high, with a ‘strong team spirit’ and staff feeling ‘well supported by leaders’.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must clarify the specific knowledge pupils should learn in some subjects and the early years curriculum to ensure teachers teach all important content in a logical order.
- Leaders should refine systems to improve attendance and punctuality, as current tracking lacks the rigour needed to remove barriers preventing regular attendance.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to identify risks and leaders taking effective actions in response to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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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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