Wellfield Infant and Nursery School
URN: 106313 • Sale M33 5QW
Overview
- Name
- Wellfield Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 106313
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cathy Graham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01619621828
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Lane, Sale M33 5QW
Summary
Wellfield Infant and Nursery School is a mixed community primary school located in Sale, Trafford, with a current enrolment of 212 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 180. The school prides itself on its longstanding Outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high-quality education and a nurturing environment. The ethos centres around the motto "We Inspire and Nurture Success," fostering a culture of care, respect, and collaboration among students, staff, and families.
The curriculum at Wellfield is designed to be experiential and discovery-based, ensuring that each child is supported and challenged according to their individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing children for their next stages in education, particularly in transitioning from early years to key stage 1 and onto junior school. Additionally, the school actively encourages parental involvement through workshops and "Stay and Play" sessions, promoting a partnership in education.
Wellfield's dedicated staff are committed to the emotional and educational well-being of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school operates an open-door policy, welcoming parents to engage with the school community and participate in their child's learning journey.
The curriculum at Wellfield is designed to be experiential and discovery-based, ensuring that each child is supported and challenged according to their individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing children for their next stages in education, particularly in transitioning from early years to key stage 1 and onto junior school. Additionally, the school actively encourages parental involvement through workshops and "Stay and Play" sessions, promoting a partnership in education.
Wellfield's dedicated staff are committed to the emotional and educational well-being of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school operates an open-door policy, welcoming parents to engage with the school community and participate in their child's learning journey.
Useful links
- Governor Secure Area (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- Drama Presentation July 25 (sen)
- Drama presentation March 2024 (sen)
- Drama presentation Spring 25 (sen)
- Late/Absence Procedures and Leave of absence during term time form (sen)
- SEND and Support for Families (sen)
- SEND INFORMATION REPORT (sen)
- Term Dates and Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Springfield Primary School (80.5)
- Park Road Sale Primary School (78.3)
- Tyntesfield Primary School (78.0)
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (72.8)
- Lime Tree Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Trafford
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 212
- Boys
- 119
- Girls
- 93
- FSM %
- 8.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 212 | 119 | 93 | 180 | 8.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 227 | 123 | 104 | 180 | 7.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 222 | 109 | 113 | 180 | 9.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 222 | 109 | 113 | 180 | 9.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 226 | 112 | 114 | 180 | 8.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 240 | 116 | 124 | 180 | 6.60 |
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