Wharton Primary School

URN: 105897 • Salford M38 9XA

Overview

Name
Wharton Primary School
URN
105897
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Fielding (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Rothwell Lane, Salford M38 9XA

Summary

Wharton Primary School, located in Little Hulton, Salford, is a mixed community school catering to 390 pupils, with a capacity of 450. The school is committed to providing a high-quality, rounded education that addresses the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of its students. With a significant percentage of pupils (54.40%) eligible for free school meals, the school fosters an inclusive environment that supports all learners.

The curriculum at Wharton Primary is designed to promote personal growth and development, ensuring a broad and balanced education that prepares children for future challenges. The school emphasizes character education and life skills, such as resilience and teamwork, alongside the formal National Curriculum. Early Years education focuses on foundational skills in communication, physical development, and personal growth.

Wharton Primary maintains a nurturing atmosphere with high expectations for learning and behaviour. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the staff is dedicated to supporting each child's individual journey through education. The school also offers various extracurricular activities to enhance the learning experience.

Key details

LA
Salford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
390
Boys
204
Girls
186
FSM %
54.40
Open date
Close date
2023-12-31
Last Ofsted
2019-06-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 390 204 186 450 54.40
2024-09-11 390 204 186 450 54.40
2023-09-11 395 202 193 450 52.40
2022-09-11 395 202 193 460 52.40
2021-09-11 397 206 191 460 48.60
2020-09-11 369 185 184 340 44.40

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