Great Sankey Primary School
110%
Capacity
348
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Great Sankey Primary School
Great Sankey Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 348 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Sankey Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Wilding, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1682nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 55 in Warrington.
Great Sankey Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 45 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Sankey Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Great Sankey 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Great Sankey Primary School, Great Sankey, Warrington, Warrington, WA5 1SB |
| Headteacher | Lisa Wilding |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 348 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 348 / 315 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1682nd of 13,686
Nationally
211th of 2,065
In North West
12th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
79%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
137
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Great Sankey Primary School, Great Sankey, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 1SB
Great Sankey Primary School, Great Sankey, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 1SB
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