Lime Tree Primary Academy

A not judged academy converter school in Trafford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Lime Tree Primary Academy.

Sale, M332RP Ofsted: Not Judged Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

55

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
59.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 70.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
54.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 9.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
3 December 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
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
Budworth Road
Sale, M332RP

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140877
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Budworth Road, Sale, M33 2RP
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BRIGHT FUTURES EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
472 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
485
Free School Meals
25.8% (125 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.9% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.3%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
7.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
70.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
9.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
70.0 (+11.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
7.0 (10.5 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.7 (2.9 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 107.0
2023 105.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
48
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
485 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Skilled knowledgeable, independent and resilient learners Creative, imaginative, structured and adaptable thinkers World aware, community spirited, caring and healthy individuals British Values: Democracy British Values: The Rule of Law British Values: Individual Liberty British Values: Mutual Respect British Values: Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

The school promotes equality and British values, is multi-cultural and multi-faith, aims to ensure no discrimination, respects different faiths and beliefs, and seeks to prepare students for adult life beyond the formal curriculum.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Principal Clare Larkin, emphasising a love of learning, high expectations, outdoor learning, creativity, and inviting families to visit to experience Lime Tree Primary Academy’s distinctive offering.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Cooking Art Yoga Dance Gymnastics Cheerleading Football Cricket Science Dodgeball Chess Choir Languages

Sports

Football Cricket Dodgeball

Facilities

Extensive grounds Working farm Forest School areas Light-filled learning spaces State-of-the-art technology and resources

Curriculum Highlights

Forest Schools and Outdoor Learning Enrichment Curriculum Mental Health and Wellbeing (SMSC focus) Forest School areas and outdoor learning integration Foundation Stage through Key Stage 2 curriculum coverage (Art, Computing, Design and Technology, English, Geography, History, Languages, Maths, Music, PSHE, PE, RE, Science)

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

The academy-run after school club, Tree House, is available Monday to Friday from 3.20pm to 6pm for all pupils from Nursery to Year 6. The cost is £12.00 per child until 6pm or £5.50 per child until 4.30pm and payment must be made in advance of booked sessions. The academy-run breakfast club is available during term time, Monday to Friday, from 7.45am to 8.50am for all pupils from Nursery to Year 6, with a cost of £6.00 per day (discounted to £3.00 for pupils currently in receipt of income-based Free School Meals). Bookings can be made via the school office or by emailing [email protected]. Tree House is managed by the Tree House team. After school activities are run by external providers.

SEND Provision

The school provides an inclusive approach to SEND, with early identification, in-class support and interventions, a SEND Information Report, and a dedicated SENDCo. The ethos emphasizes reducing barriers to learning and ensuring all pupils make progress through a strong partnership with families and outside agencies.

Financial Information

School meals cost £2.80 per day. Breakfast Club costs £6.00 per day (discounted to £3.00 for pupils in receipt of income-based Free School Meals). After School Club (Tree House) costs £12.00 per child until 6pm or £5.50 per child until 4.30pm. The school uses ParentPay for cashless payments. All snacks and meals follow nut-free and healthy eating guidelines.

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