What is the best primary school in Northwich?

On our composite score, Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Northwich, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Northwich?

There are 24 primary schools in Northwich with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Northwich ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Northwich?

Applications for Reception places in Northwich starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Northwich

Compare 24 top-rated primary schools in Northwich, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School vs Leftwich Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Northwich

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Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School

Leftwich Community Primary School

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Sandiway Primary School

Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery

Comberbach Nursery and Primary School

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Weaverham

Charles Darwin Community Primary School

Whitegate CofE Primary School

Moulton School

Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School

Wincham Community Primary School

Weaverham Primary Academy

Kingsmead Primary School

Cuddington Primary School

Antrobus St Mark's CofE Primary School

Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School

Little Leigh Primary School

Rudheath Primary Academy and Nursery

Hartford Primary School

Victoria Road Primary School

Weaverham Forest Primary School

Crowton Christ Church CofE Primary School

Great Budworth CofE Primary School

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