Chesterton Primary School
Cirencester, GL7 1SS · Gloucestershire · primary school
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112nd of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.6/10 against 2,671 of them, against 4.9/10 nationally. 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 62% | 2.68 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chesterton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in a Mini Marathon, football, and a rock band, with trips to the theatre. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 187 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Chesterton Primary School
Overview
Chesterton Primary School is described as a "happy, welcoming and inclusive school" where the vision of "growing together, learning forever" is central. The report highlights significant improvements since the previous inspection, noting that the "ambitious curriculum and consistently effective teaching ensures that most current pupils achieve well," despite some published results not yet reflecting this progress.
Strengths
- The school provides a "broad, interesting and well-sequenced curriculum" with a strong focus on communication, language, and early reading through phonics.
- Teachers demonstrate "strong subject knowledge" and use effective strategies like "flashbacks" in mathematics and the "I do, you do" approach to deepen understanding.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "well supported to learn the same curriculum as others" and make good progress.
- Staff care deeply about pupils’ mental health, helping them regulate emotions through techniques like "happy breathing" and the use of a "calm room".
- Leaders support staff workload and well-being effectively, resulting in high morale and a strong sense of teamwork.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, staff do not consistently design activities that help pupils "practise their skills and deepen their knowledge," restricting how well they are challenged.
- Some pupils, including disadvantaged pupils, do not attend school as regularly as they should, which affects their achievement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 27% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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