Wargrave CofE Primary School

URN: 104787 • Newton-le-Willows WA12 8QL

Overview

Name
Wargrave CofE Primary School
URN
104787
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amanda Epstein (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01744678720
Website
Visit
Address
Bradlegh Road, Newton-le-Willows WA12 8QL

Summary

Wargrave CofE Primary School is a mixed voluntary controlled primary school located in Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens. With a current enrolment of 429 pupils, the school has a capacity of 420 and supports a diverse community, with 33.90% of students eligible for free school meals. The school is committed to fostering a caring and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically and socially, guided by its Christian ethos of truth, friendship, and respect.

The curriculum at Wargrave is designed to nurture emotional well-being and resilience among students. The school employs strategies such as the PATHS programme (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies) and the Boxall Profile to support children's development and emotional literacy. Additionally, the school emphasizes the importance of attendance and encourages parental involvement through regular updates on student progress and opportunities for family engagement.

Wargrave CofE Primary School also offers a range of extracurricular activities and support services, including a dedicated Nurture Room aimed at helping children develop social skills and self-awareness. The school encourages visits from prospective families to experience its welcoming atmosphere and community spirit firsthand.

Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
429
Boys
227
Girls
202
FSM %
33.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-06-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 429 227 202 420 33.90
2024-09-11 425 223 202 420 35.80
2023-09-11 400 209 191 420 31.90
2022-09-11 400 209 191 420 31.90
2021-09-11 422 214 208 420 32.90
2020-09-11 397 209 188 420 26.10

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