Stretton St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Warrington, WA4 4NT · Warrington · primary school
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7th 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 3,809 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5/10 among them, against 8.0/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 62% | 5.04 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stretton St Matthew's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5 out of 10 among them, against 8.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, multi-sports, basketball, netball, dodgeball, and gymnastics, alongside Dot Art and the PAN exhibition. Trips to art galleries are organised, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Stretton St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils love attending this school, where relationships are described as "warm and caring" and behaviour is "exemplary". The report highlights that the curriculum is carefully designed to meet pupils' needs exceptionally well, resulting in high achievement across the board. While most aspects of school life are judged outstanding, there is a specific area for improvement in the early years provision.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "very positive attitudes to learning" and are "highly attentive in class".
- The curriculum design meets pupils' needs "exceptionally well", with staff using strong subject knowledge to teach confidently.
- Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, "achieve exceptionally well" and leave Year 6 "very well prepared for secondary school".
- Staff are "highly skilled at checking how well pupils learn", allowing them to tailor lessons and address misconceptions effectively.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified swiftly and "achieve highly" through adapted activities.
Areas to improve
- In some areas of learning in the early years, staff are "less confident in supporting children’s learning", meaning some children do not learn as much as they could. The school should ensure staff receive the necessary guidance to deliver all areas of learning equally well.
Safeguarding
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 | 97% |
| 2023/24 | 93% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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