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Schools in WA8

A postcode district in Halton

  • Postcode district
  • 45 schools and nurseries

In short: WA8 is a postcode district in Halton with 23 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 17 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4523 primary · 7 secondary · 17 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in WA8

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 WA8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in WA8

23 in WA8, best first

Lunts Heath Primary School

Widnes, WA8 9RJ · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

67 first choices, 59 offers made

Met the standard at 1184%

England 62%

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
419
Pupils per teacher
19.8
View school Lunts Heath Primary School

Moorfield Primary School

Widnes, WA8 3HJ · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

24 first choices, 27 offers made

Met the standard at 1194%

England 62%

Days missed
3.5%
Pupils
232
Pupils per teacher
22.1
View school Moorfield Primary School
See all 23 primary schools

Top Secondary Schools in WA8

7 in WA8, best first

Wade Deacon High School

Widnes, WA8 7TD · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results above the England average.

393 first choices, 343 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1649.2

England 46.2

Days missed
6.4%
Pupils
1,658
Pupils per teacher
19.2
View school Wade Deacon High School

Ormiston Chadwick Academy

Widnes, WA8 7HU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

152 first choices, 170 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1637.0

England 46.2

Days missed
12.4%
Pupils
884
Pupils per teacher
15.2
View school Ormiston Chadwick Academy
See all 7 secondary schools

Nurseries in WA8

17 in WA8, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 17 nurseries

Sixth Forms in WA8

1 in WA8, by the school's Eduscope score

Ashley High School

Widnes, WA8 7HG · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.4%
Pupils
137
Pupils per teacher
7.2
View school Ashley High School

Special Schools in WA8

5 in WA8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Ashley High School

Widnes, WA8 7HG · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.4%
Pupils
137
Pupils per teacher
7.2
View school Ashley High School

Brookfields School

Widnes, WA8 3JA · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
7.0%
Pupils
141
Pupils per teacher
8.8
View school Brookfields School

Poppy Field School

Widnes, WA8 6DH · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
29
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Poppy Field School

Private Schools in WA8

1 in WA8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Poppy Field School

Widnes, WA8 6DH · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
29
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Poppy Field School
The map

Every school in WA8, 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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Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery, GoodAspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Ditton Nursery School, GoodBirchfield Nursery School, GoodAspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School, Requires improvement in 2 areasMoorfield Primary School, GoodFairfield Primary School, GoodLunts Heath Primary School, Outstanding in every areaHalebank CofE Primary School, Good in every areaSt Bede's Catholic Junior School, GoodSt Bede's Catholic Infant School, OutstandingSt Basil's Catholic Primary School, GoodSt Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School, Expected standard or betterSt John Fisher Catholic Primary School, GoodSt Michaels Catholic Primary & Nursery School, GoodFarnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School, GoodSaints Peter and Paul Catholic High School, GoodChesnut Lodge Special School, GoodAshley High School, OutstandingAll Saints Upton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, GoodOur Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School, GoodOakfield Community Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasWade Deacon High School, OutstandingOrmiston Chadwick Academy, GoodWidnes Academy, GoodCronton Church of England Primary Academy, OutstandingBrookfields School, Outstanding in every areaSt Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School, GoodDitton Primary School, GoodKingsway Primary Academy School, GoodPoppy Field School, OutstandingThe Raise AcademySpinney Pre School, Expected standard in every areaBuilding Blocks Day Nursery Bold Heath, GoodDunkys Day Nursery & Forest School Farnworth, GoodSt John's Pre-School, GoodUpton Day Nursery Ltd, GoodKids Planet Widnes, GoodDaisy Maisies Chapelfield, GoodOur Lady's First Steps Pre-School, GoodDaisy Maisies, GoodPartou Willowdene Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodEarly Learners Nursery Ltd, GoodUpton Pre-School Group & Afterschool Club Ltd, GoodWilmere Lane Nursery School, OutstandingJiggy Childcare, Good
  • Outstanding6
  • Good31
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in WA8 sit in 3 council areas. 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 WA8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

WA8 has 45 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 WA8

Nearby areas

How many schools are in WA8?

WA8 has 45 schools, including 23 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 17 nurseries, 1 independent school, 5 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 WA8?

The highest-ranked schools in WA8 on Eduscope are Cronton Church of England Primary Academy, Lunts Heath Primary School, Moorfield Primary 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 WA8?

There is 1 independent school in WA8, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in WA8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 45 schools in WA8 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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