Mickle Trafford Village School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Mickle Trafford Village School
Mickle Trafford Village 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 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Mickle Trafford Village School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wendy Lyon, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6558th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Mickle Trafford Village School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 24 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Mickle Trafford Village School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 52% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mickle Trafford Village School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Mickle Trafford Village 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 | School Lane, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 4EF |
| Headteacher | Wendy Lyon |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.9% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6558th of 13,686
Nationally
937th of 2,065
In North West
52nd 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
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mickle Trafford Village School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 4EF
School Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 4EF
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