Palace Fields Primary Academy
51%
Capacity
128
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Palace Fields Primary Academy
Palace Fields Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Palace Fields Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Genna Hitchin, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11130th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 43 in Halton.
Palace Fields Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 8 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Palace Fields Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Palace Fields Primary Academy include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Palace Fields Primary Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Badger Close, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 2QW |
| Headteacher | Genna Hitchin |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.2% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 250 (51% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11130th of 13,686
Nationally
1638th of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Badger Close, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 2QW
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