Murdishaw West Community Primary School
URN: 111174 • Runcorn WA7 6EP
Overview
- Name
- Murdishaw West Community Primary School
- URN
- 111174
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Vanessa Edwards (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01928711254
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn WA7 6EP
Summary
Murdishaw West Community Primary School, located in Runcorn, Halton, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 132 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school is dedicated to providing inspirational learning experiences that foster curiosity, confidence, and academic excellence. The ethos is encapsulated in the values of Collaboration, Achievement, Respect, and Enjoyment (C.A.R.E), which underpin the school's approach to teaching and learning.
The curriculum at Murdishaw West focuses on delivering a well-rounded education, with a strong emphasis on history that encourages children to explore their identity and understand the past's impact on the present. Each year group engages in three history topics annually, reinforcing skills in enquiry, analysis, and presentation. The school also incorporates opportunities for educational trips and guest speakers to enrich the learning experience.
The school prioritises safeguarding and community involvement, with a dedicated team of governors who play a crucial role in leadership and resource management. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and the Headteacher, Mrs. V. Edwards, is available for tours and discussions to foster strong community ties.
The curriculum at Murdishaw West focuses on delivering a well-rounded education, with a strong emphasis on history that encourages children to explore their identity and understand the past's impact on the present. Each year group engages in three history topics annually, reinforcing skills in enquiry, analysis, and presentation. The school also incorporates opportunities for educational trips and guest speakers to enrich the learning experience.
The school prioritises safeguarding and community involvement, with a dedicated team of governors who play a crucial role in leadership and resource management. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and the Headteacher, Mrs. V. Edwards, is available for tours and discussions to foster strong community ties.
Useful links
- Governor attendance 202324 (governance)
- Governor attendance 202425 (governance)
- Governor attendance 202526 (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Prospectus (download)
- Ofsted Report (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Pewithall School (72.3)
- Aston by Sutton Primary School (62.0)
- Hillview Primary School (61.7)
- Victoria Road Primary School (58.8)
- St Berteline's CofE Primary School (58.8)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 132 | 70 | 62 | 210 | 68.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 122 | 58 | 64 | 210 | 66.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 145 | 69 | 76 | 210 | 66.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 145 | 69 | 76 | 210 | 66.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 164 | 87 | 77 | 210 | 65.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 160 | 81 | 79 | 210 | 61.90 |
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