Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
411
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Speed, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2832nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 55 in Warrington.
Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 51 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (88 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Grappenhall St Wilfrid's 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Warrington, Warrington, WA4 3EP |
| Headteacher | Catherine Speed |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.6% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2832nd of 13,686
Nationally
396th of 2,065
In North West
21st of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
88 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 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 Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Warrington
Warrington, WA4 3EP
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