Trafford
St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School
Dependable results for a comprehensive intake; the journey is the main thing to weigh.
What the data says
Published data, read plainly. It tells you what to check next; it does not guarantee a place or replace your local authority’s admissions guidance.
55% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, below the national average of around 61%.
- 55%
- Expected standard (R+W+M)
- 15%
- Higher standard (R+W+M)
- 2024/2025
- Academic year
KS2 progress scores (reading, writing, maths progress) are not yet surfaced in this summary. Check the performance table section below.
Admissions realism depends on your home postcode and the school's published allocation data. Enter your postcode on this page to get a more specific assessment, and always verify the latest policy on the school's official admissions page.
This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Admissions may prioritise pupils who meet faith criteria. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) may be required.
Watch-outs
- Faith admissions criteria apply (Roman Catholic). A Supplementary Information Form may be required. Evidence of faith practice may be needed.
What to do next
- Verify the school's official admissions policy
- Download and review the Supplementary Information Form
- Book an open day or school visit
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Admissions and catchment
Council allocation figures
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We have not collected Trafford council’s allocation figures for this school yet. We only show a verdict when we can cite the council’s published figures. Check Trafford’s allocation booklet, or the school’s website.
KS2 results history
| Year | Pupils | Expected % | Higher % | Reading | Writing | Maths | Read score | Maths score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/2025 | — | 55.0% | 15.0% | 82.0% | 79.0% | 58.0% | 106.0 | 102.0 |
| 2023/2024 | — | 69.0% | 9.0% | 88.0% | 81.0% | 81.0% | 107.0 | 106.0 |
| 2022/2023 | — | 67.0% | 10.0% | 73.0% | 70.0% | 73.0% | 106.0 | 104.0 |
Nearby and similar schools
Other primary schools in Trafford for local comparison.
School information
| URN | 106359 |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Region | North West |
| Phase | Primary |
| Type | Voluntary aided school |
| Gender of entry | Mixed |
| Age range | 3-11 |
| Headteacher | Headteacher Jason Hughes |
| Trust | — |
| Admissions | Not applicable |
| Religious character | Roman Catholic |
| Postcode | M33 4GY |
| Latest pupils | 240 |
| FSM eligible | 31.6% |
Contact and identifiers
Cherry Lane, Sale, Cheshire, M33 4GY
www.smwprimary.netView local authority page1619699852| DfE number | 3330 |
| UKPRN | 10078718 |
| Opened | — |
| GIAS updated | 19 Mar 2026 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Latest KS4 year | — |
| Latest KS2 year | 2024/2025 |
| Ofsted published | 13 Feb 2024 |
Latest Ofsted inspection
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
| Inspection type | S5 Inspection |
| Category of concern | — |
| Inspection date | 21 Nov 2023 |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2024 |