Windmill Hill Primary School
82%
Capacity
144
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Windmill Hill Primary School
Windmill Hill 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 144 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 175 places).
Ofsted has rated Windmill Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Newman, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2846th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 43 in Halton.
Windmill Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 22 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Windmill Hill Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Windmill Hill 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 | Windmill Hill, Windmill Hill South, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 6QE |
| Headteacher | Paula Newman |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.5% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 175 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 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 (75%)
2846th of 13,686
Nationally
399th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
75%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Windmill Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Windmill Hill, Windmill Hill South, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 6QE
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