Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School
83%
Capacity
100
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School
Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 100 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Beckett, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12911th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 112th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 15 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 12 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodcocks' Well CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Woodcocks' Well CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Cheshire East, ST7 3NQ |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Beckett |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 100 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 100 / 120 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12911th of 13,686
Nationally
1925th of 2,065
In North West
112th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
18%
'23/24
36%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent
Cheshire East, ST7 3NQ
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