Hartford Primary School
95%
Capacity
397
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hartford Primary School
Hartford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 397 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hartford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Cade, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
Hartford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 144 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
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 Hartford Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Hartford 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 | Riddings Lane, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 1NA |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Cade |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
144
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Riddings Lane, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 1NA
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