PrimaryData as of May 2026

Moorside Primary School

Holdsworth Street, Swinton, M27 0LN

Community school

Pupils

651

Ages

3-11

FSM

28.4%

Capacity

690

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2016

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

70.0%

Writing

63.0%

Maths

64.0%

RWM Combined

47.0%

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About Moorside Primary School

Moorside Primary School is a primary school in Swinton, Salford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 651 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Holdsworth Street, Swinton, M27 0LN | More schools in Salford

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Moorside Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2021 — School remains Good
Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Moorside Primary School

What is Moorside Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Moorside Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are Moorside Primary School's latest exam results?

Moorside Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Moorside Primary School located?

Moorside Primary School is a primary school in Swinton, Salford (M27 0LN).

How many pupils attend Moorside Primary School?

Moorside Primary School has around 651 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Moorside Primary School with other schools?

View Moorside Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Salford.