Aston by Sutton Primary School
90%
Capacity
94
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Aston by Sutton Primary School
Aston by Sutton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Aston by Sutton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Plant, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 748th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Aston by Sutton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Aston by Sutton Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Aston by Sutton 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Aston Lane, Aston By Sutton Primary School, Runcorn, Cheshire West and Chester, WA7 3DB |
| Headteacher | Anna Plant |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 105 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
748th of 13,686
Nationally
101st of 2,065
In North West
8th of 110
In Cheshire West and Chester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Aston Lane, Aston By Sutton Primary School, Runcorn
Cheshire West and Chester, WA7 3DB
Aston Lane, Aston By Sutton Primary School, Runcorn
Cheshire West and Chester, WA7 3DB
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