Woolston CofE Aided Primary School
Epping Drive, Woolston, Warrington, WA1 4QLOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Woolston CofE Aided Primary School is a primary school in Warrington for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 92 schools in Warrington. It ranks 15th of 65 primary schools in Warrington. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 24 October 2023, report published 3 December 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 24 October 2023
Pupils flourish at this welcoming and aspirational school where everyone wants the best for them. Pupils' positive educational experience is reflected in their high rates of attendance and their eager smiles. Pupils are happy in school. They forge strong relationships with the staff and with each other. Pupils are encouraged to talk about any of their worries and are offered the support that they need to thrive. This helps them to feel safe and secure. Pupils enjoy learning. They are keen to work hard in their lessons. Pupils are proud to reach the high expectations that the school has for their achievement. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve highly in many subjects. This means that they can embark on the next stage of their education with confidence. Pupils' behaviour around school and their attitudes towards learning are exemplary. They are polite, friendly and articulate. Pupils are keen to carry out a range of special roles, such as peer mentors and play leaders, which encourage them to become mutually supportive of each other. Pupils appreciate the many clubs on offer. They take pride in representing their school in sporting competitions.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects teachers lack sufficient clarity and guidance to deliver the curriculums effectively. This prevents some pupils from achieving as well as they could. The school should work to strengthen the implementation of these subjects and ensure that governors get the information that they need to contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
33 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
208 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Woolston CofE Aided Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 79% met the expected standard |
| Woolston Community Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Bruche Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 97% met the expected standard |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Dillon
- Phone
- 01925815729
- Address
- Epping Drive, Woolston, Warrington, WA1 4QL
- Local authority
- Warrington
- URN
- 111366
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.