Firs Primary School

A outstanding community school school in Trafford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Firs Primary School.

Sale, M335EL Ofsted: Outstanding Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

70

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
60.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 71.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
65.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 14.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
12 July 2017
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Firs Road
Sale, M335EL

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106303
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Firs Road, Sale, M33 5EL
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
590 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
594
Free School Meals
38.6% (229 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
5.7% (34 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
71.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
14.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
108.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
71.0 (+12.2 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 108.0 106.0
2023 103.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
66
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
594 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+4.5 per year)

Up 4.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspire, believe, achieve!"

Teamwork Honesty Empathy Resilience Optimism Oracy Tolerance Self-awareness

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Mrs S. E. Bryan. Firs Primary is a community primary school for ages 3–11, with three KS2 classes and two per year group in EYFS/KS1, exceptional OFSTED 2017; emphasizes inclusive, high-quality education and parental partnership; invites tours.

Facilities

Extensive school grounds Forest School Outdoor learning spaces Gardening area

Curriculum Highlights

Growth Mindset Broad and balanced curriculum Forest School Outdoor learning Cultural capital offer

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are managed by Trafford Admissions team; Firs Primary has no involvement in the allocation of places. For SSCs, admissions are managed by the Local Authority; SSCs require an Educational Health Care Plan and the Local Authority makes the decision; SSCs are at capacity for the 25/26 academic year.

Financial Information

Nursery: All children are entitled to 15 hours free per week (5 mornings or 5 afternoons); 30 hours free for eligible parents; subject to eligibility and 30-hour code; optional top-up: 15 hours for £85 per week plus £15 weekly lunchtime supervision; meals not included; see Nursery Admissions Policy for 25/26/26-27.

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