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Weaverham Primary Academy

Weaverham Primary Academy

Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 3BDPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

54%

Capacity

113

Pupils

2.5x

Demand

About Weaverham Primary Academy

Weaverham Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 113 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Weaverham Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jocasta Price, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8663rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.

Weaverham Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Weaverham Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Forest School.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Weaverham Primary Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressNorthwich Road, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 3BD
HeadteacherJocasta Price
Local AuthorityCheshire West and Chester
Number of Pupils113
Free School Meals (FSM)42.5%
School Capacity113 / 210 (54% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

17 Jan 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)

8663rd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 63%

1237th of 2,065

In North West

Top 60%

67th of 110

In Cheshire West and Chester

Top 61%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

57%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:90%
Higher:24%
Writing
Expected:76%
Higher:19%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:62%
Higher:14%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable -1%

'22/23

58%

'23/24

57%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Sports HallPlaying FieldsGymnasiumSensory RoomArt StudiosMusic RoomsLibraryForest School

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

FootballCricketSwimmingDanceGymnasticsTennis

Clubs & Activities

GardeningDramaChoirArt ClubScience ClubBook Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

15

Applications

38

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

15 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Weaverham Primary Academy

Weaverham Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01606852148www.weaverhamacademy.org.uk

Northwich Road, Northwich

Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 3BD

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Northwich Road, Northwich

Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 3BD

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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