Gorse Covert Primary School
URN: 111208 • Warrington WA3 6TS
Overview
- Name
- Gorse Covert Primary School
- URN
- 111208
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Cooke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Gorse Covert Road, Warrington WA3 6TS
Summary
Gorse Covert Primary School is a community school located in Warrington, accommodating 291 pupils aged 5 to 11. With a commitment to holistic education, the school aims to nurture happy and ambitious learners through a broad and balanced curriculum. The dedicated staff foster an inclusive environment, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop their talents.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the role of families in supporting children's education. Parents are invited to participate in various school events, and the active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) organizes numerous activities to strengthen community ties. Additionally, Gorse Covert offers a before and after-school club, GC Hideout, which provides further support for families.
Gorse Covert Primary School is also focused on promoting mental health and well-being through initiatives like OPAL Play, which enhances outdoor play opportunities. The school has been recognized for its commitment to kindness and social action, having received the Super Kind Schools Social Action Award. Overall, Gorse Covert Primary School strives to create a nurturing and supportive environment for all its pupils.
The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the role of families in supporting children's education. Parents are invited to participate in various school events, and the active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) organizes numerous activities to strengthen community ties. Additionally, Gorse Covert offers a before and after-school club, GC Hideout, which provides further support for families.
Gorse Covert Primary School is also focused on promoting mental health and well-being through initiatives like OPAL Play, which enhances outdoor play opportunities. The school has been recognized for its commitment to kindness and social action, having received the Super Kind Schools Social Action Award. Overall, Gorse Covert Primary School strives to create a nurturing and supportive environment for all its pupils.
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Key details
- LA
- Warrington
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 347
- Pupils
- 291
- Boys
- 142
- Girls
- 149
- FSM %
- 7.60
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 291 | 142 | 149 | 347 | 7.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 291 | 142 | 149 | 347 | 7.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 291 | 142 | 149 | 347 | 7.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 291 | 142 | 149 | 347 | 7.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 291 | 142 | 149 | 347 | 7.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 291 | 142 | 149 | 347 | 7.60 |
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