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Crowton Christ Church CofE Primary School

Northwich, CW8 2RW · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school

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Mixed Primary Church of England
1.1/10 Well below average

111st 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 3,647 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 1.1/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 43.0 · 11 62% 0.65
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 0.0 · 10 38% 0.40

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Crowton Christ Church CofE Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 43% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 1.1 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils can join the Year 6 Only Club, Cookery Club, Drawing Club, The Woodlands Themed Session, and the KS2 Sports Club.

Getting in

The published school roll is 50 pupils against a stated capacity of 91. 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children aiming to reach the higher standard?

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What Ofsted said about Crowton Christ Church CofE Primary School

Inspection report dated 13 January 2025

Overview

The report describes a small school where pupils are "polite, well mannered and respectful" and feel safe within a "caring and supportive learning environment." While leadership has stabilised after a "turbulent time," the quality of education and early years provision require improvement due to inconsistencies in assessment and support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Strengths

  • Pupils demonstrate "warm, trusting relationships with adults" and behave well, playing "harmoniously" on the playground.
  • Reading is identified as a strength, with pupils enjoying a "wide range of literature" and developing confidence through phonics.
  • Staff are "incredibly positive about their work" and feel well supported regarding workload and well-being.
  • The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with staff in some subjects using subject knowledge well to deliver consistent learning.
  • Pupils engage in enrichment opportunities and learn about different faiths, gaining an "appreciation of life in modern Britain."

Areas to improve

  • Staff must implement effective strategies to enable pupils with SEND to access the full curriculum, as they currently do not receive sufficient support.
  • Teachers need to support pupils in developing secure understanding of spelling, punctuation, and handwriting to address "poor writing habits."
  • Assessment strategies must be used more consistently across all subjects to identify and close gaps in pupils’ knowledge.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
43%
2024/25
Higher standard
0%
2024/25
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
8%
vs 25% across England

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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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