Oughtrington Primary School
93%
Capacity
391
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Oughtrington Primary School
Oughtrington Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Oughtrington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Marsland, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5160th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 55 in Warrington.
Oughtrington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 49 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Oughtrington Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (117 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oughtrington Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Oughtrington 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 | Howard Avenue, Lymm, Warrington, WA13 9EH |
| Headteacher | Gillian Marsland |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 420 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5160th of 13,686
Nationally
751st of 2,065
In North West
31st of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
117 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed49
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oughtrington Primary School
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Contact Information
Howard Avenue, Lymm
Warrington, WA13 9EH
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