Grange Community Nursery and Primary School
Winsford, CW7 2EG · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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50th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.2/10 against 1,144 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Grange Community Nursery and Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs such as Arts and Crafts, Computing, and Baking, alongside sports including Netball, Cricket, and Boxing. Trips include Forest School. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 218 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How is the Forest School trip integrated into the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Grange Community Nursery and Primary School
Overview
Grange Community Nursery and Primary School is described as a "harmonious place to learn" with a "strong ethos of mutual respect." Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement, ensuring that pupils’ well-being and curriculum quality are prioritised. Most pupils are keen to learn, achieve well across subjects, and feel safe within the school community.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with knowledge "carefully ordered so that new ideas build on pupils’ previous learning."
- Staff deliver a "well-organised phonics curriculum," helping pupils become "confident and fluent readers" through skilful teaching.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs met promptly, with teachers adapting curricula to ensure they "access the same learning as their friends."
- Pupils develop into "active citizens" who value extracurricular opportunities, such as clubs, trips, and charitable fundraising.
- Staff morale is high, with new teachers supported by experienced colleagues and leaders ensuring an "acceptable workload and work-life balance."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must support families to improve attendance, as irregular attendance causes some pupils to "miss out on important learning."
- In a small number of subjects, teachers must provide more opportunities for pupils to "recap and recall earlier learning" to boost confidence in retaining knowledge.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with "stringent procedures" in place and well-trained staff who understand local risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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