Little Leigh Primary School
70%
Capacity
147
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Little Leigh Primary School
Little Leigh 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 147 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Little Leigh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher R Challinor, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4451st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Little Leigh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 16 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Little Leigh Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Little Leigh 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 | Shutley Lane, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 4RN |
| Headteacher | R Challinor |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 210 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4451st of 13,686
Nationally
639th of 2,065
In North West
40th 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
69%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
69%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shutley Lane, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 4RN
Shutley Lane, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 4RN
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