Cronton Church of England Primary Academy, Widnes

PrimaryData as of May 2026

Cronton Church of England Primary Academy

Smithy Lane, Cronton, Widnes, WA8 5DF

A Outstanding-rated primary school in Widnes where 65% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy converter

Church of England

Pupils

233

Ages

2-11

FSM

7.3%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Outstanding

Mar 2024

Most parents compare a few schools before deciding. Put this school side by side with nearby alternatives — Ofsted, results, intake and location in one view.

Open compare tool

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

87.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

65.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

Location & Area

Explore the neighbourhood around the school

Data shown for guidance only · confirm details with the school before applying

About Cronton Church of England Primary Academy

Cronton Church of England Primary Academy is a primary school in Widnes, Knowsley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 233 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Smithy Lane, Widnes, WA8 5DF | More schools in Knowsley

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Cronton Church of England Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — Outstanding
Mar 2013 — Outstanding (predecessor: Cronton CofE Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Cronton Church of England Primary Academy

Other open schools within about 5 km, with the same phase shown first where possible.

Frequently asked questions about Cronton Church of England Primary Academy

What is Cronton Church of England Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Cronton Church of England Primary Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Cronton Church of England Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Cronton Church of England Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Cronton Church of England Primary Academy located?

Cronton Church of England Primary Academy is a primary school in Widnes, Knowsley (WA8 5DF).

How many pupils attend Cronton Church of England Primary Academy?

Cronton Church of England Primary Academy has around 233 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Cronton Church of England Primary Academy with other schools?

View Cronton Church of England Primary Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Knowsley.