Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
84%
Capacity
235
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Magiera, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 23% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13503rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 108th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Walk, Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 5QQ |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Magiera |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.9% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 280 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (23%)
13503rd of 13,686
Nationally
2031st of 2,065
In North West
108th 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
23%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
23%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Walk, Northwich
Cheshire West and Chester, CW9 5QQ
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