Waverton Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Waverton Community Primary School
Waverton Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Waverton Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carla Cartwright, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 439th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Waverton Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 24 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Waverton Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Waverton Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Common Lane, Common Lane Waverton, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 7QT |
| Headteacher | Carla Cartwright |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.5% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
439th of 13,686
Nationally
69th of 2,065
In North West
4th 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
88%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
88%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Common Lane, Common Lane Waverton, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 7QT
Common Lane, Common Lane Waverton, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 7QT
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