St Hilda's CofE Primary School
Warwick Road South, Firswood, Stretford, Manchester, M16 0SHOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Hilda's CofE Primary School is a primary school in Manchester for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 101 schools in Trafford. It ranks 58th of 250 primary schools in Manchester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 May 2014, report published 16 June 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 March 2024
Pupils are overwhelmingly happy at this school. They enjoy attending school each day. The caring culture underpins all aspects of school life. This begins in the early years, where children soon make new friends and settle into school quickly. Many parents and carers, who shared their views with the inspector, commented on the nurturing and supportive nature of the school. They feel part of a welcoming community. The school has the highest of ambitions for pupils' learning. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), proudly rise to meet the school's high expectations. They achieve well across the curriculum. Pupils behave sensibly. They actively engage in lessons and listen attentively to their teachers and each other. Children in the early years respond eagerly to the interesting and exciting activities that staff provide. Pupils value the opportunities that they have to contribute ideas for a range of after- school activities. The school has organised a myriad of clubs that match pupils' interests and foster their talents. For example, pupils spoke animatedly about attending the 'glow- in-the-dark' dodgeball club. They proudly take on positions of responsibility such as worship leaders, library leaders and school councillors. Pupils make a positive contribution to their school and community.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, teachers choose activities that do not help pupils to secure their learning. This means that pupils have some gaps in their learning over time. The school should ensure that teachers are supported to design learning activities that help pupils to understand and consolidate knowledge in the longer term in these curriculums.
- The trust has not assured itself that the records that are kept on staff and visitors are managed robustly. This means that some gaps in information have not been spotted because there are not sufficiently rigorous processes in place. The trust should ensure that robust mechanisms are in place so that checks are recorded appropriately.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
40 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
191 pupils on roll, with places for 341
Schools near St Hilda's CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresa's RC Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Kings Road Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| St John's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Oswald Road Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Manley Park Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 73% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- VANTAGE CE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Helen Plant
- Phone
- 01618815466
- Address
- Warwick Road South, Firswood, Stretford, Manchester, M16 0SH
- Local authority
- Trafford
- URN
- 147552
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.