Brookside Primary School
Ellesmere Port, CH66 2EE · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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91st of 117 primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester we can score, 129 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.5/10 against 1,683 of them, against 1.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brookside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.6 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art club and KIDZ Club, with an after-school club also available. Trips include Year 6 visiting Eastham Ferry and Year 2 going to New Brighton beach.
Getting in
The published school roll is 184 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to progress from the expected to the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Brookside Primary School
Overview
Brookside Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy a "friendly and accepting atmosphere" and feel happy and safe. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in pupils who behave admirably and achieve highly, supported by a well-designed curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
Strengths
- Pupils acquire a "rich body of knowledge" in most subjects due to clear curriculum planning and skilful assessment strategies that address misconceptions quickly.
- Early reading is prioritised successfully, with staff using high-quality texts and a consistent phonics approach to help pupils become "confident and fluent readers by the end of Year 2".
- Leaders have robust systems to identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) swiftly, ensuring they receive appropriate support to achieve well.
- The school promotes wider personal development effectively, with pupils learning about inclusion, respect, and staying safe, while enjoying a broad range of extra-curricular trips.
- Staff feel "well supported and appreciated," with leaders considering workload and well-being, contributing to a positive working environment.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff are equipped to identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge in a small number of subjects where curriculums have been introduced more recently.
- Leaders should ensure older pupils access a broader range of high-quality texts from various genres and authors to cultivate a love of reading across the school.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are vigilant, well-trained, and report concerns promptly while working effectively with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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