Byley Primary School and Nursery
Middlewich, CW10 9NG · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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75th of 117 primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester we can score, 129 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 the 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Byley Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gymnastics, archery, Spikeball, and FUNdamentals clubs. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 88 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Byley Primary School and Nursery
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are "proud of their friendly school" and thrive in a "calm and nurturing atmosphere." Leaders have created a curriculum that "interests and engages all pupils," resulting in high expectations for behaviour and learning. The inspection concludes that the school provides a good quality of education, with effective leadership and management.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued, describing the school as a family "because everyone cares for each other."
- Staff have "secure subject knowledge" and use effective systems in reading and mathematics to "close gaps in pupils’ knowledge."
- Children in the early years "get off to a strong start," with staff well trained to deliver phonics and match books to sounds.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive effective support to "participate fully in all aspects of school life."
- Governors are "well informed about improvements" and "challenge leaders appropriately."
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, assessment strategies are at an "earlier stage of development," meaning teachers are sometimes unclear about pupils' secure knowledge of specific curriculum aspects and vocabulary. Leaders should ensure these strategies are developed and used well.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting a "strong culture around keeping children safe" and that staff know how to recognise signs of abuse or neglect.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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
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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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