Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Widnes

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Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School

Widnes, WA8 9HS

415 Pupils

420 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

7.50% FSM %

216 Boys

199 Girls

About Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in Halton, North West. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 415 pupils on roll. School capacity: 420. Current headteacher: Stephanie Kidd.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Halton or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Halton
Region	North West
Administrative District	Halton
Parliamentary Constituency	Widnes and Halewood
Ward	Farnworth
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070450
URN	111394
Data Last Updated	27-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Joanne Reynolds	Chair of Governors	24/10/2023	12/10/2025	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Joanne Reynolds	Chair of Governors	12/10/2025	11/10/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Kelly Byrne	Governor	09/06/2025	08/06/2029	Elected by parents
Mr Robert Critchley	Governor	04/11/2021	03/11/2025	Elected by parents
Mr Robert Critchley	Governor	03/11/2025	02/11/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Sarah Edwards	Governor	29/11/2022	26/09/2025	Elected by parents
Mr Ben Hazzard	Governor	17/11/2025	16/11/2029	Elected by parents
Mrs Susan Houghton	Governor	14/10/2023	13/10/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Stephanie Kidd	Governor	01/09/2024	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Robert Leech	Governor	01/11/2022	13/10/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr David Lenagh	Governor	23/10/2023	06/05/2025	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Ann Mather	Governor	04/10/2021	03/10/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Lunts Heath Primary School

0.29 km • Widnes

Other

Birchfield Nursery School

0.83 km • widnes

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Wade Deacon High School

1.08 km • Widnes

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Fairfield Primary School

1.14 km • Widnes

Other

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School

1.39 km • Widnes

Other

Moorfield Primary School

1.49 km • Widnes

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School?

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Widnes, Halton.

How many pupils does Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School have?

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School has 415 pupils, with a capacity of 420.

What is the age range at Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School?

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School is Mrs Stephanie Kidd.

Where is Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School located?

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School is at Pit Lane, Widnes, WA8 9HS, in the Halton local authority, North West.

Does Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School currently open?

Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Stephanie Kidd

Pit Lane, Widnes, WA8 9HS

01514243042

www.farnworthcofeprimary.co.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 111394

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026