St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School
89%
Capacity
312
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School
St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 350 places).
Ofsted has rated St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Jevons, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2471st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 33 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, St Werburgh's and St Columba'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lightfoot Street, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 3AD |
| Headteacher | Nichola Jevons |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 312 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 312 / 350 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2471st of 13,686
Nationally
335th of 2,065
In North West
20th of 110
In Cheshire West and Chester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
76%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Lightfoot Street, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 3AD
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