Halebank CofE Primary School
Widnes, WA8 8UZ · Halton · primary school
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43rd of 47 primary schools in Halton we can score, 49 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 — 1.6/10 against 649 of them, against 1.2/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 62% | 0.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Halebank CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in music programmes including Early Music As Education, HPAN, and Young Voices, alongside the Daily Mile and inter-school competitions. Trips include visits to Delamere Forest, York, London, Winmarleigh Hall, and The World Museum Liverpool. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 89 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the after-school club operate for families needing wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about Halebank CofE Primary School
Overview
Halebank CofE Primary School is described as a "warm and welcoming" environment where pupils are "happy" and maintain "strong relationships" with staff. The report highlights that the school has "worked effectively to address the issues raised at the last inspection," particularly regarding the curriculum, resulting in improved attainment for most pupils. Leaders and governors are praised for their "sharp focus on supporting and challenging the school," fostering a culture where staff feel supported and proud of their teamwork.
Strengths
- Pupils are "kind and polite," behaving well and following routines consistently, contributing to a "purposeful learning environment."
- The "revised broad and ambitious curriculum" meets learning needs well, with staff using "strong subject knowledge" to ensure pupils progress effectively.
- Reading is prioritised successfully; the phonics programme is delivered effectively, and older pupils read with "fluency and expression."
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is robust, with early identification and appropriate support ensuring full participation in school life.
- The school provides "strong pastoral support," helping pupils with social and emotional needs and signposting families to additional help.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must address "remaining gaps in these pupils’ knowledge" for some older pupils, caused by a previously weak curriculum and pandemic impacts.
- Staff need to be clearer about the "important knowledge that pupils should learn" and its teaching order in a few subjects where this has only recently been defined.
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 | 29% |
| 2023/24 | 32% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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