Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School
84%
Capacity
265
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School
Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 265 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Curtis, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11392nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 55 in Warrington.
Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School include Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Clough Avenue, Warrington, Warrington, WA2 9PH |
| Headteacher | Claire Curtis |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 265 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.2% |
| School Capacity | 265 / 315 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11392nd of 13,686
Nationally
1674th of 2,065
In North West
52nd of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clough Avenue, Warrington
Warrington, WA2 9PH
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