The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School
69%
Capacity
248
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School
The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 248 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Taylor, it falls under Warrington local authority.
The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 49 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, The Cobbs Infant and Nursery 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wood Lane, Warrington, Warrington, WA4 3DB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Taylor |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 360 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wood Lane, Warrington
Warrington, WA4 3DB
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