Farndon Primary School
Chester, CH3 6QP · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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81st 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 4,195 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Farndon Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Digital Wizards and Maths Club, or take part in gymnastics, football, multi skills, and swimming. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 313 pupils against a stated capacity of 310. 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
Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific support is provided for pupils who are not meeting expected standards? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support families with varying work schedules?
What Ofsted said about Farndon Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, where staff foster "trusting relationships" and maintain "calm and productive" classrooms. Recent curriculum changes and raised expectations have improved academic achievement, particularly in mathematics, helping pupils catch up after previous weaknesses. The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring they learn alongside their peers.
Strengths
- Staff greet pupils warmly, creating an environment where children feel safe and behave well.
- Teachers deliver the curriculum clearly, routinely checking understanding and addressing misconceptions swiftly.
- Expert staff deliver the phonics programme well, ensuring most pupils read fluently and accurately by the end of Year 2.
- The school has improved attendance and reduced persistent absence through clear communication and support for families.
- Pupils develop an understanding of fundamental British values and know how to keep themselves safe, including online.
Areas to improve
- The school should identify and address knowledge gaps caused by previous curriculum weaknesses so pupils can build securely on new learning.
- The governing body should gain a greater insight into the impact of the curriculum on pupils’ achievement to hold leaders to account more rigorously.
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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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