Best Primary Schools in Salford 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 76 schools across Salford. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

18%

Outstanding rate

60.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

33.8

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Bridgewater Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥈	Wardley CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
🥉	St Philip's RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
4.	Ellenbrook Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
5.	Broadoak Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
6.	St Mary's RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
7.	St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
8.	St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
9.	James Brindley Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
10.	Broughton Jewish Cassel Fox Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
11.	St Andrew's Methodist Primary School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
12.	St Mark's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
13.	Christ The King RC Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
14.	St Paul's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
15.	St Mary's RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
16.	St Paul's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
17.	St Boniface RC Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
18.	St John's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
19.	St Gilbert's RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	66	View school
20.	Beech Street Community Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Salford?

There are 76 primary schools in Salford, of which 14 (18%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Salford?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Salford is Bridgewater Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Salford?

Primary and secondary school applications in Salford are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Salford council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Salford?

18% of primary schools in Salford are rated Outstanding and 63% are rated Good. 65.9% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.