Daven Primary School
Congleton, CW12 3AH · Cheshire East · primary school
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103rd of 114 primary schools in Cheshire East we can score, 124 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 — 4.3/10 against 736 of them, against 2.9/10 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| 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.
Daven Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.9 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Woodland Wednesdays, Arts and Crafts, Eco club, Gardening club, Tag Rugby, and Choir. The school also organises a Theatre Visit and provides an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 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 have not yet reached the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the May 2026 inspection highlight for improvement? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Daven Primary School
Overview
Daven Primary School is fulfilling the "expected standard" of education and care. Leaders have established an "ambitious vision" and created a positive environment where pupils feel they "belong" and are "happy, cared for and safe." The school demonstrates strong inclusion and pastoral care, with staff modelling qualities of being "brave, curious and kind."
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Pupils achieve well, with disadvantaged pupils performing as well as, or better than, their national peers.
- Staff provide a "safe, positive and attentive environment" in the early years, building children’s "confidence and independence."
- Behaviour is generally positive, with "rare" bullying and considerably fallen suspension rates.
- Leaders and staff work supportively, prioritising staff wellbeing and creating a "positive team ethos."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should develop the teaching of "foundational knowledge in mathematics" to improve pupils’ fluency with basic number skills.
- Leaders should strengthen teachers’ subject expertise to ensure pupils have consistent opportunities to "deepen their understanding" across the curriculum.
- Leaders should build on attendance strategies to further reduce rates of persistent absence.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," confirming that leaders have established an open culture where pupils are "made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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