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Astmoor Primary School

Astmoor Primary School

Halton, WA7 2JEPrimary School·Ages 4-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

78%

Capacity

136

Pupils

1.8x

Demand

About Astmoor Primary School

Astmoor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 136 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Astmoor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher L Aldridge, it falls under Halton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11988th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 43 in Halton.

Astmoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 18 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.

Astmoor Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (21 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Astmoor Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Astmoor Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressKingshead Close, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 2JE
HeadteacherL Aldridge
Local AuthorityHalton
Number of Pupils136
Free School Meals (FSM)67.6%
School Capacity136 / 175 (78% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

19 Nov 2024
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)

11988th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 88%

1768th of 2,065

In North West

Top 86%

36th of 43

In Halton

Top 84%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

43%

Expected Standard

4%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 103
Expected:61%
Higher:30%
Writing
Expected:57%
Higher:13%
MathsAvg Score: 100
Expected:61%
Higher:4%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -16%

'22/23

59%

'23/24

43%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

21 responses

Would Recommend This School

76%Good
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
SEND support
0%
Bullying dealt with
33%
Concerns dealt with
57%
Strengths95%+ agree
Happy at schoolSubject range

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyMulti-SensoryOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
Sports HallOutdoor PlaygroundForest SchoolGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

SwimmingGymnasticsDanceAthleticsNetballCross Country

Clubs & Activities

ChessGardeningChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

18

Applications

32

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

17 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Astmoor Primary School

Astmoor Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01928565053www.astmoorprimaryschool.co.uk/

Kingshead Close, Runcorn

Halton, WA7 2JE

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Kingshead Close, Runcorn

Halton, WA7 2JE

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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