Frodsham CofE Primary School
107%
Capacity
225
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Frodsham CofE Primary School
Frodsham CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Frodsham CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Kirby, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9355th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 74th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Frodsham CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 31 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Frodsham CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 14 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (85 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe 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 Frodsham CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Frodsham CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 6AF |
| Headteacher | Lucy Kirby |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.8% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 210 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9355th of 13,686
Nationally
1351st of 2,065
In North West
74th 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
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
85 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frodsham CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Frodsham
Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 6AF
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