Best 3 Primary schools in Crewe – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Wistaston Academy (Primary) in Crewe; The Meadows Primary School (Primary) in Crewe; The Dingle Primary School (Primary) in Crewe — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Wistaston Academy, The Meadows Primary School and The Dingle Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Crewe, Cheshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Wistaston Academy), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Wistaston Academy (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 15–20%, range 5–10%–25–30%; all within the THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST trust.

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Attribute	Wistaston Academy CW2 8QS	The Meadows Primary School CW3 9JX	The Dingle Primary School CW1 5SD
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Community school
Location	Crewe Cheshire CW2 8QS	Crewe Cheshire CW3 9JX	Crewe Cheshire CW1 5SD
Latest Ofsted	1 24 Sep 2024	1 13 Mar 2024	1 9 Nov 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	472	120	420
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Cheshire East (895)	THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST	Cheshire East (895)
Website	www.wistastonacademytrust.co.uk	www.meadowsprimary.co.uk	www.dingle.cheshire.sch.uk
Telephone	01270910500	01782750313	01270918988
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Wistaston Academy

CW2 8QS

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Crewe
Cheshire
CW2 8QS
Ofsted: 1 24 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cheshire East (895)
Website: www.wistastonacademytrust.co.uk
Telephone: 01270910500

The Meadows Primary School

CW3 9JX

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Crewe
Cheshire
CW3 9JX
Ofsted: 1 13 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.meadowsprimary.co.uk
Telephone: 01782750313

The Dingle Primary School

CW1 5SD

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Crewe
Cheshire
CW1 5SD
Ofsted: 1 9 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cheshire East (895)
Website: www.dingle.cheshire.sch.uk
Telephone: 01270918988

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.