Appleton Thorn Primary School
URN: 149676 • Warrington WA4 4RW
Overview
- Name
- Appleton Thorn Primary School
- URN
- 149676
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Zoe Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01925266764
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Arley Road, Warrington WA4 4RW
Summary
Appleton Thorn Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Warrington, serving children aged four to eleven. With a current enrolment of 202 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for its students. The school is part of The Challenge Academy Trust, which supports its ethos of valuing every child and fostering their academic and social development.
The school prides itself on its dedicated staff who focus on delivering a well-rounded education. Appleton Thorn Primary aims to create a thriving community where children feel respected and valued. The curriculum is designed to engage students and encourage them to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally.
Situated five miles from the centre of Warrington, Appleton Thorn Primary serves the village of Appleton Thorn and surrounding areas. The school hosts open days for prospective parents to explore its facilities and learn more about its educational approach. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The school prides itself on its dedicated staff who focus on delivering a well-rounded education. Appleton Thorn Primary aims to create a thriving community where children feel respected and valued. The curriculum is designed to engage students and encourage them to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally.
Situated five miles from the centre of Warrington, Appleton Thorn Primary serves the village of Appleton Thorn and surrounding areas. The school hosts open days for prospective parents to explore its facilities and learn more about its educational approach. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Absence Request Form (sen)
- Absence and Medication Forms (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News (calendar)
- Open `Events (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Warrington
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 202
- Boys
- 96
- Girls
- 106
- FSM %
- 8.40
- Open date
- 2023-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 202 | 96 | 106 | 210 | 8.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 96 | 101 | 210 | 8.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 |
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