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Lime Tree Primary Academy

Budworth Road, Sale, M33 2RP

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Pupils

481

Ages

2-11

FSM

24.8%

Capacity

472

Ofsted

Outstanding

Dec 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

82.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About Lime Tree Primary Academy

Lime Tree Primary Academy is a primary school in Sale, Trafford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 481 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Budworth Road, Sale, M33 2RP | More schools in Trafford

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lime Tree Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Feb 2013 — Outstanding (predecessor: Lime Tree Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Lime Tree Primary Academy

What is Lime Tree Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Lime Tree Primary Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Lime Tree Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Lime Tree Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Lime Tree Primary Academy located?

Lime Tree Primary Academy is a primary school in Sale, Trafford (M33 2RP).

How many pupils attend Lime Tree Primary Academy?

Lime Tree Primary Academy has around 481 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Lime Tree Primary Academy with other schools?

View Lime Tree Primary Academy'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 Trafford.