St Andrew's CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Andrew's CofE Primary School
St Andrew's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Andrew's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Moulsdale, it falls under Warrington 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 6812th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 55 in Warrington.
St Andrew's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 17 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
St Andrew's CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 7 parents).
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 St Andrew's CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Netball, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, St Andrew's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Mardale Avenue, Warrington, Warrington, WA2 9HF |
| Headteacher | Gemma Moulsdale |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.2% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6812th of 13,686
Nationally
978th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
51
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Mardale Avenue, Warrington
Warrington, WA2 9HF
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