Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
Warrington, WA4 3EP · Warrington · primary school
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19th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,795 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.4/10 among them, against 7.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.4 out of 10 among them, against 7.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego and Dance clubs, play football, cross country, netball or gymnastics, and sing in the choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 404 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What does a typical lunchtime look like for a child involved in multiple clubs? How does the school manage transitions for pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
Overview
Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report highlights a school where high expectations are met by pupils through positive behaviour and hard work, resulting in strong learning outcomes. The curriculum has been strengthened to foster a love of learning, while personal development opportunities prepare pupils well for later life.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "cheerful, polite and welcoming," with attendance rates that are "above average."
- The curriculum has been redesigned to help pupils develop a "love of learning" and a better understanding of their local area.
- Reading is prioritised, with staff delivering the phonics programme well and intervening "swiftly and effectively" when pupils need extra help.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are provided with adapted resources to access the "same ambitious curriculum as their peers."
- Staff feel "listened to and valued," and governors provide "support and challenge in equal measure" to ensure continuous improvement.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, pupils do not always remember what they have been taught over time, meaning new learning is not always built on a "secure foundation."
- The school should ensure the curriculum has the intended impact so that pupils can "learn equally well across all subjects."
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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