Victoria Road Primary School
66%
Capacity
134
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Victoria Road Primary School
Victoria Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 134 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Victoria Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suzanne Minor, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4207th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Victoria Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 14 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Victoria Road Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Victoria Road 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 | Victoria Road, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 5RE |
| Headteacher | Suzanne Minor |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 134 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.1% |
| School Capacity | 134 / 203 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4207th of 13,686
Nationally
615th of 2,065
In North West
36th 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
70%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
70%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Victoria Road, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 5RE
Victoria Road, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 5RE
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