Cronton Church of England Primary Academy
Smithy Lane, Cronton, Widnes, WA8 5DFOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Cronton Church of England Primary Academy is a primary school in Widnes for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 62 schools in Knowsley. It ranks 4th of 19 primary schools in Widnes. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 26 March 2024, report published 15 May 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 26 March 2024
Pupils thoroughly enjoy their time at this school. They are happy, enthusiastic and highly eager to learn. The school's motto, 'Believe, Enjoy, Succeed, Together', permeates through all aspects of school life. Relationships between staff and pupils are exceptionally strong. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make excellent progress through the school's highly engaging and ambitious curriculum. They approach their work with high levels of interest and curiosity. Pupils relish the learning challenges that teachers provide during lessons and show strong commitment and perseverance when undertaking tasks. Pupils are exceptionally proud of their achievements. The school has developed an extensive range of experiences that extend well beyond the academic curriculum. Such experiences help pupils to develop their confidence to an extremely high level. These range from attending the martial arts club to singing in the school choir. Pupils also enjoy participating in an array of sporting activities, including cross-country events and multi-sports clubs. Visits and residential trips are also enjoyed by pupils, who greatly value these opportunities. For example, older pupils spoke excitedly about their forthcoming residential trip. Pupils are extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
233 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Cronton Church of England Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| All Saints Upton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| St Basil's Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 78% met the expected standard |
| Oakdene Primary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- LIVERPOOL DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Anne-Marie Willis
- Phone
- 01514243881
- Address
- Smithy Lane, Cronton, Widnes, WA8 5DF
- Local authority
- Knowsley
- URN
- 143456
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.