Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Chester le Street, DH2 2JT · County Durham · primary school
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141st of 188 primary schools in County Durham we can score, 208 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 — 5.2/10 against 2,922 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in December 2025 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 260 pupils against a stated capacity of 418. 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 new report-card framework affect daily teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Overview
Chester-Le-Street CofE Primary School is described as a "warm, welcoming and inclusive school" where pupils feel they belong and are supported well. While most children are well prepared for the next stage of education, the report highlights that a "significant minority of pupils have gaps in their learning," particularly in reading and writing, which requires focused attention.
Strengths
- The school fosters a "kind" environment where bullying is rare and pupils are "polite and respectful."
- Inclusion is strong, with pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils receiving "effective support" and thriving.
- The early years provision is inspiring, helping children get off to a "flying start" with secure phonics and number understanding.
- Leaders and governors have a "clear and accurate understanding of the school" and are committed to driving improvement.
- Personal development is woven through the curriculum, equipping pupils to make a "positive contribution" to the community.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure gaps in key knowledge in writing and phonics are "quickly closed" by embedding recent teaching improvements.
- Older pupils still at the early stages of reading need swift support to "catch up" and embed phonic knowledge.
- Further work is required to secure "sustained improved attendance" among disadvantaged pupils.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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