Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery
108%
Capacity
452
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery
Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Kidwell, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2059th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 57 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery include Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery 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 | Stones Manor Lane, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 1NU |
| Headteacher | Simon Kidwell |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 452 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 452 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2059th of 13,686
Nationally
267th of 2,065
In North West
18th 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
77%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
77%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
157
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stones Manor Lane, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 1NU
Stones Manor Lane, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 1NU
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