Cuddington Primary School
Northwich, CW8 2NY · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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80th 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 3,999 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| 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.
Cuddington Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% 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 June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 190 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 national median in literacy and numeracy? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its results and the national average?
What Ofsted said about Cuddington Primary School
Overview
Cuddington Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy, feel safe, and are keen to learn. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a culture of respect and collaboration, while staff deliver an ambitious curriculum effectively. Parents speak highly of the support provided, and pupils display empathy and kindness in their interactions.
Strengths
- Pupils are happy to be part of ‘Team Cuddington’ and trust staff to care for them.
- The curriculum is well-designed, with teachers having strong subject knowledge and delivering it effectively.
- Staff accurately identify the needs of pupils with SEND, ensuring they learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Phonics teaching is systematic and effective, with regular assessments helping those falling behind to catch up quickly.
- Leaders provide a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including clubs and competitive sport.
Areas to improve
- A few subject curriculums are not fully developed, leading to inconsistency in what pupils learn; leaders must clearly identify essential knowledge and its sequence.
- In a small number of subjects, assessment methods are not used consistently well, causing pupils to struggle with recalling key facts; leaders should ensure strategies identify gaps in learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with well-trained staff who know how to report concerns and liaise effectively with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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