Kingsway Primary School

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

Manchester, M410SP Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
35.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 42.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 March 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Kingsway Park
Davyhulme
Manchester, M410SP

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106334
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Kingsway Park, Davyhulme, Manchester, M41 0SP
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Closed
Capacity
216 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
176
Free School Meals
37.0% (65 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.0% (7 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
15.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
42.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
99.0
Maths Score:
99.0
Grammar Score:
99.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 99.0 99.0
2023 104.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
20
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
176 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-5.5 per year)

Down -5.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspired to Make a Difference Together"

We Care about Togetherness We Thrive on Difference We are Passionate about Learning We are Inspired to Grow

Kingsway Primary School is a diverse school that actively promotes diversity through celebrations of different faiths and cultures. Religious Education lessons and PSHE lessons reinforce messages of tolerance and respect for others.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Kate Baskeyfield. Kingsway is a vibrant, values-based one-form-entry school that aims to empower every child, offers a broad educational experience, prioritises well-being, and invites families to visit for a tour to experience the 'Kingsway Way'.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Dance Singing Club Mindfulness Drawing Club Board Game Club

Sports

Football Gymnastics Racquet sports Multi-sports Archery Dodgeball Basketball Cricket Swimming

Facilities

Outdoor area

Curriculum Highlights

Reading-inspired curriculum: Every subject is shaped by books Phonics taught consistently through the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds programme from EYFS to Year 2, with targeted support continuing into KS2 Guided sessions with Reading Gems, rich vocabulary teaching and daily book talk to build deep comprehension Writing brought to life through WAGOLLs, talk for writing, grammar mastery and a full writing process—from planning to publishing in personal celebration books Oracy is valued, with purposeful speaking and listening embedded in every unit Collaboration with other schools and professionals across the borough to share expertise

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club is available from 7:30am (cost £5) and from 8:00am (cost £3). After-school Club is available to all children Nursery to Year 6 (up to 4:30pm £5; up to 6:00pm £8.50 with £1 sibling discount). Top-up afternoon sessions are £15 per session. Holiday clubs are provided by Development in Sport and PE.

Admissions Criteria

Kingsway Primary is an Academy Primary School within Inspiring Learners Multi-Academy Trust. The published Admissions Number (PAN) is 30. Admissions coordination is undertaken by Trafford Local Authority, with oversubscription criteria mirroring Trafford LA. All applications for Reception places must be made via Trafford’s Admissions Team.

Financial Information

Breakfast Club: £5 from 7:30am; £3 from 8:00am. After-school Club: £5 to 4:30pm; £8.50 to 6:00pm (sibling discount £1). Top-up sessions: £15 per session.

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