Shocklach Oviatt CofE Primary School
Malpas, SY14 7BN · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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104th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.0/10 against 2,153 of them, against 0.4/10 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 | 0.0 · 0 | 40% | 0.00 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shocklach Oviatt CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in March 2025. In 2024/25, 0.0% 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%, 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 (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including AmaSing, Music for Life, School Council, Junior Safety Officers and Eco Advisors. Sports activities feature inter-school competitions, high ropes courses, canoeing and rock climbing. Arts provision includes school productions and services, while trips cover city breaks, a one-night residential and museum visits. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 83 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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
With 0.0% meeting expected standards, what specific support is provided for pupils who are not reaching these benchmarks? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year? What does a typical day look like for a pupil joining the school?
What Ofsted said about Shocklach Oviatt CofE Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that aspects of the school’s work “may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection,” triggering a future graded inspection. Despite this, the school remains a “nurturing” environment where pupils are “friendly and welcoming” and benefit from a calm, orderly atmosphere.
Strengths
- Pupils receive effective support in English and mathematics, with staff prioritising fundamental skills and using “high-quality texts” to broaden experiences.
- The school successfully supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they “access the same curriculum as their peers.”
- Staff are “motivated and committed” to the school’s values, benefiting from manageable workloads and professional development.
- Governors provide effective “support and challenge to leaders,” while attendance has seen “significant improvements” through targeted parental engagement.
- Pupils are well-prepared for life in modern Britain, learning about diverse faiths, online safety, and personal health.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure curriculum delivery is checked consistently in all subjects to resolve variations in teaching that hinder knowledge building.
- Assessment procedures in some subjects need to be used more effectively to identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge and misconceptions.
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) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 0% |
| 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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