Daven Primary School
68%
Capacity
142
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Daven Primary School
Daven Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 142 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Daven Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Gosling, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10382nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 90th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Daven Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 24 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Daven Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Drama, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Daven 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Street, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 3AH |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Gosling |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.0% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 210 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10382nd of 13,686
Nationally
1526th of 2,065
In North West
90th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
52%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
32
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
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.
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Contact Information
New Street, Congleton
Cheshire East, CW12 3AH
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