Weston Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Weston Primary School
Weston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Weston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Pitt, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7686th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 43 in Halton.
Weston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Weston Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Drama, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Weston 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 | Lambsickle Lane, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 4RA |
| Headteacher | Helen Pitt |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7686th of 13,686
Nationally
1091st of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
60%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed27
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Weston Primary School
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Contact Information
Lambsickle Lane, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 4RA
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