St Anne's Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Anne's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nuala Ferguson, it falls under Cheshire East 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 11498th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 101st out of 113 in Cheshire East.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, St Anne's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wellington Road, Nantwich, Cheshire East, CW5 7DA |
| Headteacher | Nuala Ferguson |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11498th of 13,686
Nationally
1692nd of 2,065
In North West
101st of 113
In Cheshire East
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
62%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Wellington Road, Nantwich
Cheshire East, CW5 7DA
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