Beechwood Primary School
Runcorn, WA7 2TT · Halton · primary school
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11th of 47 primary schools in Halton we can score, 49 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.9/10 against 3,405 of them, against 7.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beechwood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gymnastics and martial arts clubs, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 151 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How are the gymnastics and martial arts sessions scheduled within the school day?
What Ofsted said about Beechwood Primary School
Overview
Beechwood Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report describes a nurturing environment where pupils are “well behaved, happy and considerate of others,” with strong provision for personal development and special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils are “nurtured” and feel safe, with the school dealing with bullying appropriately and helping to “repair friendships quickly.”
- The curriculum is ambitious with “clear” expectations, and subject plans identify specific yearly end points and key knowledge.
- Early reading is prioritised effectively; the phonics programme is delivered well, and struggling pupils receive “highly personalised support.”
- Pupils with SEND are identified early and learn the “same ambitious curriculum as their peers,” typically achieving positive outcomes.
- There is a “rich breadth of musical opportunities” and engaging extra-curricular clubs, including coding, cooking, and sports.
Areas to improve
- The school should improve assessment strategies to routinely support pupils in addressing errors and misconceptions, as current checks do not always spot gaps swiftly.
- Approaches to helping pupils “recall and retain knowledge” are not consistently effective, meaning some prior learning is not remembered long-term.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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