What is the best primary school in Widnes?

On our composite score, Cronton Church of England Primary Academy is the top-ranked primary school in Widnes, 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 Widnes?

There are 20 primary schools in Widnes 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 Widnes 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 Widnes?

Applications for Reception places in Widnes 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 Widnes

Compare 20 top-rated primary schools in Widnes, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Cronton Church of England Primary Academy.

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Compare the top two side by side: Cronton Church of England Primary Academy vs Moorfield Primary School

The best primary schools in Widnes

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Cronton Church of England Primary Academy

Moorfield Primary School

Lunts Heath Primary School

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Fairfield Primary School

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School

St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School

St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School

All Saints Upton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Ditton Primary School

St Bede's Catholic Junior School

Widnes Academy

Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School

St Michaels Catholic Primary & Nursery School

Kingsway Primary Academy School

St Basil's Catholic Primary School

Halebank CofE Primary School

St Bede's Catholic Infant School

Oakfield Community Primary School

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