Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School
Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robin Cole, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 2004th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 43 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Firdale Road, Winnington, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 4AZ |
| Headteacher | Robin Cole |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.3% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2004th of 13,686
Nationally
259th of 2,065
In North West
17th 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
78%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
78%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Firdale Road, Winnington, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 4AZ
Firdale Road, Winnington, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW8 4AZ
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