Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School
Warrington, WA4 3EA · Warrington · primary school
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2nd of 57 primary schools in Warrington we can score, 69 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.2/10 against 3,383 of them, against 9.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 62% | 5.88 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 38% | 3.48 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 19.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils visit Burwardsley, Robinwood, Todmorden, Lledr Hall, Wales, and London.
Getting in
The published school roll is 396 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 do not reach the expected standard? How are the annual trips to locations like Wales and London organised for families?
What Ofsted said about Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School
Overview
Pupils describe the school as a "happy, vibrant" environment where they "flourish under the care and guidance of staff." The inspection found that the school provides a "world class education" with an "exceptional curriculum" that is "broad, exciting" and underpinned by "interwoven enrichment experiences." Leaders have "carefully plotted the learning journey" for every subject, ensuring pupils build a "strong body of knowledge" from the earliest years.
Strengths
- Behaviour is "exemplary," with pupils showing "high levels of respect" and being "unfailingly courteous to everyone."
- The curriculum is "exceptional," allowing pupils to "achieve highly in all subjects" with work of an "exceptional standard."
- Staff are "skilled in teaching early reading," ensuring children blend sounds with "increasing fluency and accuracy."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and make "strong progress through the same ambitious curriculum as their peers."
- Attendance is "high," supported by "clear and consistent procedures" to improve individual attendance when necessary.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 90% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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