Wharton CofE Primary School
URN: 135635 • Winsford CW7 3EP
Overview
- Name
- Wharton CofE Primary School
- URN
- 135635
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Tomlinson (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01606663530
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greville Drive, Winsford CW7 3EP
Summary
Wharton CofE Primary School, located in Winsford, Cheshire, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a mixed-gender population of 235 pupils, set within a capacity of 420. The school is guided by Christian values and the Church of England's educational vision, aiming to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive and develop holistically. The ethos is encapsulated in the mission statement, which emphasizes inclusivity, strong relationships, and the aspiration for all children to achieve their potential.
The curriculum at Wharton CE is designed to be engaging and challenging, focusing on enquiry-based learning that fosters key skills and knowledge. Programmes of study are progressive and inclusive, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed. The school actively monitors and assesses learning to adapt teaching methods and meet individual needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's philosophy, with a commitment to building futures for all children and fostering strong relationships with families. The leadership team, supported by the governing body, strives to maintain high standards and expectations, empowering students to aim high and achieve measurable results.
The curriculum at Wharton CE is designed to be engaging and challenging, focusing on enquiry-based learning that fosters key skills and knowledge. Programmes of study are progressive and inclusive, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed. The school actively monitors and assesses learning to adapt teaching methods and meet individual needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's philosophy, with a commitment to building futures for all children and fostering strong relationships with families. The leadership team, supported by the governing body, strives to maintain high standards and expectations, empowering students to aim high and achieve measurable results.
Useful links
- Chester Diocese (other)
- Christ Church Wharton (other)
- School Spider (other)
- Start Well Learning (other)
- Winsford Town Council (other)
- Facebook Visit Our Facebook Site (other)
- Parent View (other)
- Online Payments (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 235
- Boys
- 131
- Girls
- 104
- FSM %
- 28.50
- Open date
- 2009-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 235 | 131 | 104 | 420 | 28.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 283 | 149 | 134 | 420 | 27.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 324 | 174 | 150 | 420 | 24.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 324 | 174 | 150 | 420 | 24.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 349 | 187 | 162 | 420 | 24.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 352 | 192 | 160 | 420 | 19.30 |
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