Woolston Community Primary School
104%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Woolston Community Primary School
Woolston Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated Woolston Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Burgess, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10386th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 55 in Warrington.
Woolston Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 27 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
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 Woolston Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, Woolston Community 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 | Barnfield Road, Warrington, Warrington, WA1 4NW |
| Headteacher | Craig Burgess |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 226 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10386th of 13,686
Nationally
1527th of 2,065
In North West
49th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
51%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed27
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barnfield Road, Warrington
Warrington, WA1 4NW
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