St Boniface RC Primary School
Salford, M7 2HL · Salford · primary school
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31st 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 — 6.4/10 against 948 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Boniface RC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 219 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll of 219?
What Ofsted said about St Boniface RC Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as happy within a “welcoming, friendly and caring community” where they typically behave well. However, the quality of education and leadership require improvement because “previous curriculum choices and significant staff changes have had an impact on the achievement of some pupils.” While the school has made progress in stability and culture, inconsistencies in curriculum design and assessment hinder pupil progress.
Strengths
- The school has established a “calm and orderly atmosphere” with clear rules that are understood and followed by pupils.
- Effective strategies, including a new reward system, have successfully reduced the number of pupils who are “persistently absent.”
- Pupils benefit from opportunities to develop talents in areas such as “football, music and choir” and broaden experiences through educational trips.
- The provision for wider development prepares pupils well for later life, promoting “respect and tolerance” and raising aspirations.
- Staff appreciate efforts to consider their workload and well-being, and governors are increasingly challenging the school to improve.
Areas to improve
- The school must finalise curriculum thinking in some subjects and the early years so staff are clear about “what should be taught and when.”
- Staff need to use assessment strategies effectively to identify gaps in pupils’ prior learning and adjust teaching accordingly.
- The school should improve staff expertise in teaching phonics and refine systems for identifying and supporting pupils with SEND.
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 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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