Newton-le-Willows Primary School
Newton-le-Willows, WA12 9UF · St. Helens · primary school
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46th of 52 primary schools in St. Helens we can score, 54 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 — 4.0/10 against 3,570 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 1 | 35% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newton-le-Willows Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the KS2 Choir, Opera Club, and Rock Steady, participate in KABS sports, and attend Christmas performances. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 563 pupils against a stated capacity of 637. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the KS2 Opera Club? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Newton-le-Willows Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have successfully improved attendance and established a calm, orderly environment in which pupils feel safe and supported. However, the quality of the curriculum and teaching is uneven across subjects, with achievement in the wider curriculum lagging behind that in reading, writing and mathematics. Consequently, pupils are not equally well prepared for their next stage of education across all areas of learning.
Strengths
- Attendance has risen to close to national averages, with persistent absence reducing, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
- Behaviour is "calm and orderly," with staff applying clear expectations consistently and responding promptly to bullying.
- Pupils feel "safe, valued and ready to learn," benefiting from warm welcomes and secure relationships with staff.
- Attainment in reading, writing and mathematics has improved and is now typically in line with national averages.
- Staff provide effective pastoral support, helping pupils manage their feelings and engage positively in school life.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is clear and consistent across all subjects, not just English and mathematics, to secure pupils’ knowledge.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils requires strengthening to ensure timely and effective intervention.
- The personal development offer needs expansion to include more enrichment activities and a secure understanding of cultural diversity.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed to ensure pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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