St. Chad's Church of England Primary School
Winsford, CW7 4AT · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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43rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 2,470 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St. Chad's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join film club, arts and crafts, music and performing arts, and nature walks. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 175 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 film club sessions? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from the breakfast club into the main school day?
What Ofsted said about St. Chad's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St. Chad’s Church of England Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school. Pupils are happy to attend this welcoming environment, where leaders have created a strong sense of inclusion and community. The school provides an ambitious curriculum that prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain, with effective support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum for all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, with teachers possessing secure subject knowledge.
- A clearly sequenced phonics curriculum ensures children learn from the early years, with staff swift to spot and help pupils falling behind in reading.
- Pupils have a strong understanding of equality and diversity, knowing the importance of treating each other with respect and feeling safe at school.
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of enriching opportunities, including outdoor learning, residential visits, and clubs, which contribute to their holistic development.
- Governors are well informed about the quality of education and work effectively to ensure leaders address areas for improvement.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers provide greater opportunities for pupils to recap prior learning so that new knowledge builds securely on previous understanding.
- Leaders should review and improve the sequencing of the curriculum in the early years to ensure learning builds in a logical order across Nursery and Reception classes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust procedures to identify pupils and families at risk, supported by appropriately trained staff and specialist agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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