Old Trafford Community Academy
Manchester, M15 4FL · Trafford · primary school
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54th 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 — 3.2/10 against 745 of them, against 2.3/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 62% | 1.36 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Old Trafford Community Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 324 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 interventions are in place for the 2.0% who reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Old Trafford Community Academy
Overview
Old Trafford Community Academy is described as a “welcoming school” where pupils are “happy” and “ready to learn.” While behaviour, personal development, and leadership are rated as Good, the quality of education requires improvement, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics. The report highlights that recent curriculum changes are having a positive impact, though outcomes in core subjects remain low.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “high expectations” and a strong sense of “unity and partnership,” with learning “rarely disrupted.”
- The early years provision is effective, with staff delivering a “well-ordered phonics programme confidently” and quickly supporting those who fall behind.
- Positive relationships ensure pupils “trust adults to help keep them safe” and feel their views are “taken seriously.”
- Trustees and the trust provide “effective challenge and support,” while being “mindful of staff’s well-being.”
- Rigorous processes are in place to drive improvements in attendance and reduce persistent absence.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure wider curriculum subjects are implemented effectively to address “gaps in their knowledge” for older pupils.
- Checks on teaching and learning in some subjects are not “sharply focused,” leading to inconsistent pedagogy and knowledge building.
- The school needs to embed a rigorous approach to reading beyond phonics so all pupils “read widely and foster a love of reading.”
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 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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