Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery
108%
Capacity
341
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery
Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Louise Smith, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 236th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 55 in Warrington.
Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 45 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery 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 | Evelyn Street, Warrington, Warrington, WA5 1BD |
| Headteacher | Louise Smith |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 315 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
236th of 13,686
Nationally
39th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
36%
Higher Standard
'22/23
96%
'23/24
91%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Evelyn Street, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 1BD
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