Penketh Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Penketh Primary School
Penketh 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 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Penketh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Kayll, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 887th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 55 in Warrington.
Penketh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 28 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Penketh Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Penketh 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 | Coniston Avenue, Warrington, Warrington, WA5 2QY |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Kayll |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 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 (84%)
887th of 13,686
Nationally
112th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
84%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Penketh Primary School
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Contact Information
Coniston Avenue, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 2QY
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