School guide
Meadowbank Primary School
4 Meadowbank Lane, Sale, M33 3JL, M33 3JL

Latest Ofsted
OutstandingWhat to know
Draft previewMeadowbank suits families who want their child's early years shaped by curiosity and the outdoors as much as by results. The forest school runs every week for every year group, not as an occasional treat, and it clearly feeds into a calm, confident culture around the school. Academically the school is quietly excellent — phonics outcomes are consistently above the national average — but it never feels exam-focused. Parental engagement is genuinely high, with a library bus and regular open mornings that make the school feel like an extension of the community rather than a closed institution.
The essentials
Facts that help you decide
Ofsted rating
OutstandingAttendance
96%
PAN
60
School size
420 pupils
Age range
4–11
Sixth form
No
Gender
Mixed
Entry type
Non-selective
Admissions
Can my child get a place?
The rules, recent outcomes and context that matter when judging your chances.
Historical admissions outcome data is not currently available for this school.
PAN
60
Admissions authority
Trafford Council
Appeals
Guidance available
This school admits pupils according to its published oversubscription criteria. Historical allocation data is not currently available.
Parents should use the published admissions policy when applying.
School life
What's it actually like day to day?
The practical details and everyday experience that official performance data can't tell you.
Meadowbank Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4–11. Facilities on site include Forest school, Music suite, All-weather pitch, Library bus. A school uniform is required.
Uniform
A school uniform is required.
Holiday & after-school support
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Open days
Check the event details below, then use the school's own website for booking information where required.
Thursday 19 September 2024
Open morning
Tour the site, meet staff and current pupils.
Latest
News
This term
Meadowbank's forest school wins regional award
The outdoor learning programme was recognised for its impact on pupil wellbeing.
Common questions
Parent questions
Is there a catchment area?+
Yes — priority is given to children living within the school's defined catchment, then siblings.
Does this school have a sixth form?+
No, pupils move to a Trafford secondary school at age 11.
Your next step
What should you do next?
Take the next step in your decision, whichever feels right for where you are.