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Schools in CW8

A postcode district in Cheshire West and Chester

  • Postcode district
  • 46 schools and nurseries

In short: CW8 is a postcode district in Cheshire West and Chester with 19 primary schools, 9 secondary schools and 21 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4619 primary · 9 secondary · 21 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CW8

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All CW8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CW8

19 in CW8, best first

Sandiway Primary School

Northwich, CW8 2ND · Academy · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results above the England average.

24 first choices, 29 offers made

Met the standard at 1168%

England 62%

Days missed
3.4%
Pupils
202
Pupils per teacher
26.6
View school Sandiway Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in CW8

9 in CW8, best first

Weaverham High School

Northwich, CW8 3HT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well above the England average.

224 first choices, 225 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1653.5

England 46.2

Days missed
8.0%
Pupils
1,154
Pupils per teacher
18.2
View school Weaverham High School
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Nurseries in CW8

21 in CW8, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in CW8

5 in CW8, by the school's Eduscope score

The Russett School

Northwich, CW8 3BW · Academy · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.8%
Pupils
150
Pupils per teacher
8.4
View school The Russett School

Cloughwood Academy

Northwich, CW8 1NU · Academy · All-through · Ages 8 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
14.0%
Pupils
120
Pupils per teacher
6.8
View school Cloughwood Academy

Special Schools in CW8

7 in CW8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Russett School

Northwich, CW8 3BW · Academy · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.8%
Pupils
150
Pupils per teacher
8.4
View school The Russett School

Cloughwood Academy

Northwich, CW8 1NU · Academy · All-through · Ages 8 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
14.0%
Pupils
120
Pupils per teacher
6.8
View school Cloughwood Academy

Greenbank School

Northwich, CW8 1LD · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.6%
Pupils
129
Pupils per teacher
7.6
View school Greenbank School

Private Schools in CW8

3 in CW8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Elmy Hall School

Northwich, CW8 1HW · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

View school Elmy Hall School

The Grange School

Northwich, CW8 1LU · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,168
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Grange School
The map

Every school in CW8, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Charles Darwin Community Primary School, Expected standard or betterWeaverham Forest Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasHartford Manor Primary School & Nursery, GoodWinnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School, Expected standard in every areaCrowton Christ Church CofE Primary School, Requires improvement in 3 areasWhitegate CofE Primary School, GoodSt Bede's Catholic Primary School, Weaverham, GoodSt Nicholas Catholic High School, GoodSt Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, GoodThe Grange School, InspectedGreenbank School, Good or betterRosebank School, GoodHartford Church of England High School, GoodCloughwood Academy, Expected standard or betterThe Russett School, OutstandingBarnton Community Nursery and Primary School, OutstandingSandiway Primary School, Good or betterLittle Leigh Primary School, GoodCuddington Primary School, GoodWeaverham Primary Academy, GoodWeaverham High School, Expected standard or betterHartford Primary School, GoodPetty Pool CollegeWeaverham Little Bears Pre-School, GoodThe Abbey Nursery School, GoodGrowing Minds Montessori Childcare, GoodThe Beagle Preschool, GoodSmallworld, GoodWoodlands Preschool Ltd, GoodSt Wilfrid's Pre-School, GoodPaint Pots Old School House Day Nursery, GoodKidscount Childcare Limited, GoodSquirrels Pre-school (Delamere Park), GoodWeaverham Forest Pre School Trading as Weaverham Pre School, GoodAcorn Childcare Nursery, GoodBarton Day Nurseries Northwich, GoodKids Planet Winnington, OutstandingSir Leslie Martin Nursery Ltd., GoodLittle Angels Day Nursery, GoodHeather Grove Montessori Nursery, GoodThe Grange School Pre SchoolBeechwood Farm Day Nursery, GoodOakmere Day NurseryS4YC @ Whitegate Preschool, Expected standard in every areaElmy Hall SchoolEverly East Academy
  • Outstanding3
  • Good28
  • Not graded yet15
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every CW8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CW8 has 46 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about CW8

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How many schools are in CW8?

CW8 has 46 schools, including 19 primary schools, 9 secondary schools, 21 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 7 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CW8?

The highest-ranked schools in CW8 on Eduscope are Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School, Sandiway Primary School, Weaverham High School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in CW8?

There are 3 independent schools in CW8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CW8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in CW8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 46 schools in CW8 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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