The District CofE Primary School
URN: 104792 • Newton-le-Willows WA12 9PZ
Overview
- Name
- The District CofE Primary School
- URN
- 104792
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lavern Shelford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Patterson Street, Newton-le-Willows WA12 9PZ
Summary
The District C of E Primary School, located in Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens, is a voluntary controlled primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 371 pupils, with a capacity of 475. The school prides itself on being at the heart of the local community, offering an inclusive and nurturing learning environment that supports the diverse needs of its children and families. The curriculum is bespoke, designed to foster both academic achievement and personal development.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and early intervention, ensuring that all students receive the support they need to thrive. With a commitment to the arts, The District C of E Primary School has achieved the Artsmark Award, reflecting its dedication to integrating creative learning across the curriculum.
Additionally, the school offers early years provision for children aged 2-4, with flexible nursery options available. The District C of E Primary School is supported by a partnership with St John the Baptist Church, reinforcing its Christian values of friendship, trust, and compassion within the community.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and early intervention, ensuring that all students receive the support they need to thrive. With a commitment to the arts, The District C of E Primary School has achieved the Artsmark Award, reflecting its dedication to integrating creative learning across the curriculum.
Additionally, the school offers early years provision for children aged 2-4, with flexible nursery options available. The District C of E Primary School is supported by a partnership with St John the Baptist Church, reinforcing its Christian values of friendship, trust, and compassion within the community.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Peter's CofE Primary School (73.4)
- Newton-le-Willows Primary School (67.0)
- Wargrave CofE Primary School (56.9)
- Lyme Community Primary School (52.4)
- The Manor CofE Junior School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- St. Helens
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 475
- Pupils
- 371
- Boys
- 195
- Girls
- 176
- FSM %
- 44.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 371 | 195 | 176 | 475 | 44.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 371 | 195 | 176 | 475 | 44.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 340 | 175 | 165 | 475 | 41.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 340 | 175 | 165 | 446 | 41.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 317 | 159 | 158 | 446 | 39.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 336 | 167 | 169 | 446 | 32.80 |
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