Willaston Primary Academy
124%
Capacity
261
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Willaston Primary Academy
Willaston Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 261 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (124% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willaston Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Wright, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3682nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Willaston Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 31 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Willaston Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
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 Willaston Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Willaston 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Derwent Close, Nantwich, Cheshire East, CW5 6QQ |
| Headteacher | Joanna Wright |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 261 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 261 / 210 (124% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3682nd of 13,686
Nationally
521st of 2,065
In North West
34th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
72%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Derwent Close, Nantwich
Cheshire East, CW5 6QQ
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