Cuddington Primary School
92%
Capacity
193
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Cuddington Primary School
Cuddington 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 193 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Cuddington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Beth Hacking, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4282nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Cuddington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 20 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cuddington Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Cuddington 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 | Ash Road, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 2NY |
| Headteacher | Beth Hacking |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4282nd of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 2,065
In North West
37th 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
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ash Road, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 2NY
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