Wistaston Church Lane Academy

About Wistaston Church Lane Academy

Wistaston Church Lane Academy is a welcoming community that inspires learners to shape the world of tomorrow. We place great emphasis on creating a curriculum that is both fun and exciting, guided by our core values: Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Safe.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Cathy Elsley

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 107 responses • 24.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

95.3% positive 3.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.3% positive 2.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

86% positive 8.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

80.4% positive 9.3% negative

My child does well at this school

93.5% positive 6.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 107 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

19.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

82.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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James C

Parent Mar 15, 2023

4.0

"Limitless aspirations at WCLA"

We have been impressed with the opportunities provided for our child, from the extracurricular activities to the educational trips. The school's commitment to inclusivity has also been a big plus. However, we have noticed some inconsistency in the communication from the school, which has caused some frustration.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful school community"

I have been blown away by the warm welcome and support from the staff at WCLA. My child has thrived in the nursery class and loves the Swan Stars before and after-school care. The emphasis on the core values of Be Ready, Be Respectful, Be Safe has been a great comfort for us.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie G

Parent Jan 20, 2022

5.0

"A lovely school with a great sense of community"

My child attended WCLA for several years and had a wonderful time. We appreciated the emphasis on pastoral care and the support from the teachers. The school's facilities are also excellent, with plenty of space for the children to play and learn.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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