Murdishaw West Community Primary School
63%
Capacity
132
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Murdishaw West Community Primary School
Murdishaw West Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 132 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Murdishaw West Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vanessa Edwards, it falls under Halton 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 11411th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 43 in Halton.
Murdishaw West Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 16 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Murdishaw West Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Murdishaw West Community 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 | Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 6EP |
| Headteacher | Vanessa Edwards |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 132 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.2% |
| School Capacity | 132 / 210 (63% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11411th of 13,686
Nationally
1679th of 2,065
In North West
34th of 43
In Halton
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
48%
'23/24
47%
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
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 6EP
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