What is School Atlas's summary of Ofsted's 6 judgements for St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?

Ofsted gave no overall grade at its inspection in September 2026. School Atlas summarises the 6 judgements Ofsted made as Expected standard. This is our summary, not Ofsted's own grade.

How many pupils attend St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School has 191 pupils on roll.

What are St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School’s exam results?

In 2024-25, 62% of pupils at the end of primary school (key stage 2) reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. Trends and the detail behind each figure are on the Results tab.

What ages does St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School take?

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School admits pupils aged 5 to 11.

Where is St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School located?

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School is located in Northwich, CW8 1JW, Cheshire West and Chester.

How do I apply to St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How are Reception places decided at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?

When St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Catholic looked after and previously looked after children; 2. Catholic children who are resident in the parish — Catholic children who are resident in the parish(es) of Our Lady of Fatima, Barnton, & St Wilfrid’s, Northwich and the parish of St Thomas a Beckett, Tarporley; 3. Catholic children who are resident in the parish — Catholic children who are resident in the parish(es) for whom St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School is the nearest Catholic school, and 6 further criteria.

What is the largest ethnic background at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 62.3% of pupils at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School: Ofsted & Catchment

School AtlasCheshire West and Chester

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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

StatePrimaryRoman Catholic

Voluntary aidedProfile updated · DfE GIASApply by 15 Jan

Greenbank Lane, Hartford, CW8 1JW Website01606663630

Verified from official sources

Expected· our summarySep 2026

Inspected Sep 2026

View full report

Ages5 - 11

Pupils191

Expected· our summarySep 2026

Ages5 - 11

Pupils191

Inspected Sep 2026 · View report

Pupils (January 2026 census)

191

52.6% of capacity (193 on roll) · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

DfE

KS2 Expected Standard

62% combined

2024-25 · cohort of 29

DfE2024-25

Demand (Reception)

Under-subscribed

28 first choices for 30 places offered

DfE2026-27

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At a Glance

Rated Expected on our summary of 7 Ofsted judgements and places likely available. KS2 results rapidly declining, 2022-23 to 2024-25.

InspectionExpected · our summary

Inspected Sep 2026

Results

Rapidly Declining

KS2 SATs Combined: 62% (2024-25)

National avg: 62% · marker

AdmissionsPlaces likely available

Places available (Reception, 2026-27)

Type

Voluntary Aided

Phase

Primary

Age Range

5 - 11

Gender

Co-educational

Religion

Roman Catholic

Diocese

Diocese of Shrewsbury

Governance

Voluntary aided

Pupils per year group

~32*

Headteacher

Mrs Justine McEniff

* Pupils on roll divided by the year groups in the school's age range. This is not a class size.

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Where this data comes from

DfE GIASschool register· Aug 2026DfE School Censusabsence & staffingOfsted Parent Viewrecommend rateFSAfood hygieneInspectorategrade & date· Sep 2026IMD 2025deprivation

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Borough ComparisonAbsence 5.1% — in line with the average for primary schools in this borough

School Capacity193 pupils on roll — 52.6% of capacity · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

Key admissions dates

DeadlineReception application deadline

Friday, 15 January 2027

in 78 days

How to apply via GOV.UK All UK admissions deadlines

Statutory dates set in law (apply to all state schools in England). Confirm exact local windows with your council.

Place & Setting

Local Context

AreaHartford & Greenbank · Cheshire West and Chester · Mid Cheshire · Urban

Area deprivation

IMD Decile 9Least deprived

Food hygiene

Flood Zone 1Low risk

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileAround LA average

Crimes per month 26

Cheshire West and Chester peer median: 17 per month

12-month total310

Top categories

Violent crime

168 (54%)

Public order

44 (14%)

Anti-social behaviour

38 (12%)

and 10 smaller categories

Source: data.police.uk · ½ mile radius · Jul 2025 – Jun 2026 · vs 384 Cheshire West and Chester schools.

Road Safety Nearby

Recorded collisions within 500m (2021–2025)0

Source: DfT road safety data

Greenspace Nearby

Greenspace sites within 800m14

Nearest site224m

Includes6 public parks, 1 playing fields, 7 play spaces

Source: OS Open Greenspace

Road Noise

Road noiseUnder 40 dB at the school, peaking at 40.5 dB within 100m

Source: Defra strategic noise mapping

Air Quality

Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)	11.6 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (10)	10

Within the legal limit in England (40) · above the WHO guideline (10)

Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅)	8.0 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (20)	20
England’s 2040 target (10)	10
The WHO guideline (5)	5

Within the legal limit in England (20) · within England’s 2040 target (10) · above the WHO guideline (5)

Particulate matter (PM₁₀): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Particulate matter (PM₁₀)	13.1 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (15)	15

Within the legal limit in England (40) · within the WHO guideline (15)

Modelled annual mean for 2025, for the 1 km square containing the school. Not a measurement.

Source: DEFRA, Air quality compliance assessment 2025: modelled data and reports (GOV.UK) (CMAQ-Urban model) © Crown copyright, Defra. Open Government Licence v3.0Limits and guideline: The Air Quality Standards Regulations 2010, Schedule 2; WHO global air quality guidelines (2021), Table 0.1; The Environmental Targets (Fine Particulate Matter) (England) Regulations 2023, regulation 4

Building energy rating

Operational rating from actual metered usage (Display Energy Certificate)

Band C · score 54 · 2024

Heating: Natural Gas · 2,032 m²

Was band D in 2015.

MHCLG Energy Performance of Buildings register (OGL v3)

Data from:Inspection: Sep 2026Results: 2024-25Admissions: 2026-27Profile updated: Aug 2026

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How places are decided at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2027-28 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Catholic looked after and previously looked after children.
2Catholic children who are resident in the parish — Catholic children who are resident in the parish(es) of Our Lady of Fatima, Barnton, & St Wilfrid’s, Northwich and the parish of St Thomas a Beckett, Tarporley.
3Catholic children who are resident in the parish — Catholic children who are resident in the parish(es) for whom St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School is the nearest Catholic school.
4Other Catholic children.
5Other looked after and previously looked after children.
6Catechumens and members of an Eastern Christian Church — Catechumens and members of an Eastern Christian Church. School admissions | Cheshire West and Chester Council Application deadline 15 January 2027

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School: key facts

What is School Atlas's summary of Ofsted's 6 judgements for St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?: Ofsted gave no overall grade at its inspection in September 2026. School Atlas summarises the 6 judgements Ofsted made as Expected standard. This is our summary, not Ofsted's own grade.
How many pupils attend St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?: St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School has 191 pupils on roll.
What are St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School’s exam results?: In 2024-25, 62% of pupils at the end of primary school (key stage 2) reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. Trends and the detail behind each figure are on the Results tab.
What ages does St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School take?: St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School admits pupils aged 5 to 11.
Where is St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School located?: St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School is located in Northwich, CW8 1JW, Cheshire West and Chester.
How do I apply to St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School?: St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

StatePrimaryRoman Catholic

Voluntary aidedProfile updated · DfE GIASApply by 15 Jan

Greenbank Lane, Hartford, CW8 1JW Website01606663630

Verified from official sources

Expected· our summarySep 2026

Inspected Sep 2026

View full report

Ages5 - 11

Pupils191

Expected· our summarySep 2026

Ages5 - 11

Pupils191

Inspected Sep 2026 · View report

Pupils (January 2026 census)

191

52.6% of capacity (193 on roll) · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

DfE

KS2 Expected Standard

62% combined

2024-25 · cohort of 29

DfE2024-25

Demand (Reception)

Under-subscribed

28 first choices for 30 places offered

DfE2026-27

Unclaimed profile · the school has not checked or added its own details.

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At a Glance

Rated Expected on our summary of 7 Ofsted judgements and places likely available. KS2 results rapidly declining, 2022-23 to 2024-25.

InspectionExpected · our summary

Inspected Sep 2026

Results

Rapidly Declining

KS2 SATs Combined: 62% (2024-25)

National avg: 62% · marker

AdmissionsPlaces likely available

Places available (Reception, 2026-27)

Type

Voluntary Aided

Phase

Primary

Age Range

5 - 11

Gender

Co-educational

Religion

Roman Catholic

Diocese

Diocese of Shrewsbury

Governance

Voluntary aided

Pupils per year group

~32*

Headteacher

Mrs Justine McEniff

* Pupils on roll divided by the year groups in the school's age range. This is not a class size.

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Where this data comes from

DfE GIASschool register· Aug 2026DfE School Censusabsence & staffingOfsted Parent Viewrecommend rateFSAfood hygieneInspectorategrade & date· Sep 2026IMD 2025deprivation

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Borough ComparisonAbsence 5.1% — in line with the average for primary schools in this borough

School Capacity193 pupils on roll — 52.6% of capacity · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

Key admissions dates

DeadlineReception application deadline

Friday, 15 January 2027

in 78 days

How to apply via GOV.UK All UK admissions deadlines

Statutory dates set in law (apply to all state schools in England). Confirm exact local windows with your council.

Place & Setting

Local Context

AreaHartford & Greenbank · Cheshire West and Chester · Mid Cheshire · Urban

Area deprivation

IMD Decile 9Least deprived

Food hygiene

Flood Zone 1Low risk

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileAround LA average

Crimes per month 26

Cheshire West and Chester peer median: 17 per month

12-month total310

Top categories

Violent crime

168 (54%)

Public order

44 (14%)

Anti-social behaviour

38 (12%)

and 10 smaller categories

Source: data.police.uk · ½ mile radius · Jul 2025 – Jun 2026 · vs 384 Cheshire West and Chester schools.

Road Safety Nearby

Recorded collisions within 500m (2021–2025)0

Source: DfT road safety data

Greenspace Nearby

Greenspace sites within 800m14

Nearest site224m

Includes6 public parks, 1 playing fields, 7 play spaces

Source: OS Open Greenspace

Road Noise

Road noiseUnder 40 dB at the school, peaking at 40.5 dB within 100m

Source: Defra strategic noise mapping

Air Quality

Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)	11.6 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (10)	10

Within the legal limit in England (40) · above the WHO guideline (10)

Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅)	8.0 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (20)	20
England’s 2040 target (10)	10
The WHO guideline (5)	5

Within the legal limit in England (20) · within England’s 2040 target (10) · above the WHO guideline (5)

Particulate matter (PM₁₀): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Particulate matter (PM₁₀)	13.1 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (15)	15

Within the legal limit in England (40) · within the WHO guideline (15)

Modelled annual mean for 2025, for the 1 km square containing the school. Not a measurement.

Building energy rating

Operational rating from actual metered usage (Display Energy Certificate)

Band C · score 54 · 2024

Heating: Natural Gas · 2,032 m²

Was band D in 2015.

MHCLG Energy Performance of Buildings register (OGL v3)

Data from:Inspection: Sep 2026Results: 2024-25Admissions: 2026-27Profile updated: Aug 2026

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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

At a Glance

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Key admissions dates

Place & Setting

Local Context

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileAround LA average

Road Safety Nearby

Greenspace Nearby

Road Noise

Air Quality

Building energy rating

Nearby schools within 5 km

How places are decided at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School: key facts

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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

At a Glance

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Key admissions dates

Place & Setting

Local Context

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileAround LA average

Road Safety Nearby

Greenspace Nearby

Road Noise

Air Quality

Building energy rating

Nearby schools within 5 km

Connected nurseries & schools

Where children go next

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Quick summary

At a Glance

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Key admissions dates

Place & Setting

Local Context

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileAround LA average

Road Safety Nearby

Greenspace Nearby

Road Noise

Air Quality

Building energy rating

Nearby schools within 5 km

How places are decided at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School: key facts

Explore nearby

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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Quick summary

At a Glance

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Key admissions dates

Place & Setting

Local Context

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileAround LA average

Road Safety Nearby

Greenspace Nearby

Road Noise

Air Quality

Building energy rating

Nearby schools within 5 km

Connected nurseries & schools

Where children go next