Westfield Primary School
Runcorn, WA7 4TR · Halton · primary school
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38th 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 — 1.0/10 against 1,292 of them, against 1.1/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| 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.
Westfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% 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 (1.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in rounders, football, and bat and ball, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 107 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Westfield Primary School
Overview
Westfield Primary School is described as a "happy school" where pupils enjoy attending and strive to meet high expectations for being "ready, respectful and safe." Leaders have successfully addressed previous inspection concerns, resulting in a "good quality of education" and strong relationships between staff and pupils. The school demonstrates effective leadership, with governors providing appropriate challenge and support to drive improvement.
Strengths
- Pupils display "excellent manners" and high levels of respect, with bullying dealt with effectively by adults.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and deliver an "ambitious curriculum" that breaks information into manageable steps.
- Reading is a clear priority, with a new phonics programme delivered "consistently well" and staff quickly identifying pupils needing extra support.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "supported very well" and can access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Attendance and punctuality have seen "considerable improvement" due to raised profile and incentives.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must better use assessment strategies to identify and address gaps in pupils' knowledge in a small number of subjects.
- Staff in the early years need support to provide "meaningful learning activities" matched to the curriculum to ensure children progress well.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff identifying risks, reporting concerns immediately, and leaders acting swiftly to secure help from external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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