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Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate is a voluntary aided primary school in Warrington , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 343 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

343

Pupils

315

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Catchment Area Information

Admission to Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate is managed by Warrington and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 343 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Warrington before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Padgate, Warrington, WA2 0QJ
Local authority
Warrington
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
25.9% of pupils
DfE URN
111363

Other Primary Schools in Warrington

If Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Warrington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate

Is Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate oversubscribed?

Yes — Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate currently has 343 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate?

Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Warrington before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate cover?

Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate is a primary school in Warrington, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate?

Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.