River View Community Primary School
Salford, M7 1QZ · Salford · primary school
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46th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.5/10 against 1,596 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
River View Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Sports activities include boxing, swimming, dance, gymnastics, cycling, football, rugby, and hockey.
Getting in
The published school roll is 521 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
What specific support is available for pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about River View Community Primary School
Overview
River View Community Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "calm and nurturing environment" where pupils are happy and engaged. The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" that allows pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to achieve well and aspire to be their "best self".
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious" with learning that is "logically ordered" so pupils can build knowledge over time.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and explain new concepts clearly, checking that pupils have remembered essential information before progressing.
- Pupils with SEND access the full curriculum with peers, supported by staff who "expertly implement strategies" in the classroom.
- A "bespoke curriculum" skilfully meets the complex needs of pupils in the specially resourced provision, preparing them to join mainstream peers.
- The school offers a wide variety of clubs and activities, such as the junior Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, to spark pupils' interests.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure staff follow the reading strategy consistently, as inconsistent delivery of the phonics programme hinders some pupils from becoming confident readers.
- The curriculum requires more opportunities for pupils to "consolidate and connect learning" to deepen their understanding in certain subjects.
Safeguarding
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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