Halebank CofE Primary School
89%
Capacity
93
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Halebank CofE Primary School
Halebank CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 93 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Halebank CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Warner, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13179th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 43 in Halton.
Halebank CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 14 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Halebank CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (21 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Halebank CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Halebank 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Heathview Road, Widnes, Halton, WA8 8UZ |
| Headteacher | Claire Warner |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.3% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 105 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13179th of 13,686
Nationally
1966th of 2,065
In North West
40th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
32%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
21 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
2025/26Oversubscribed14
18
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Halebank CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Heathview Road, Widnes
Halton, WA8 8UZ
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