Gorsewood Primary School
83%
Capacity
175
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Gorsewood Primary School
Gorsewood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Gorsewood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Jackson, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4499th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 43 in Halton.
Gorsewood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 Gorsewood Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 64.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Gorsewood 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 | Gorsewood Road, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 6ES |
| Headteacher | Emma Jackson |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 64.6% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4499th of 13,686
Nationally
648th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
69%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gorsewood Primary School
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Contact Information
Gorsewood Road, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 6ES
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