Moulton School
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Moulton School
Moulton 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 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Moulton School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Birch, 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 6837th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Moulton School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 16 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Moulton School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moulton School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Moulton 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, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 8PD |
| Headteacher | Jane Birch |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.1% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6837th of 13,686
Nationally
985th of 2,065
In North West
55th 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
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
63%
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
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 8PD
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