Chestnuts Primary School
Milton Keynes, MK3 5EN · Milton Keynes · primary school
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39th of 58 primary schools in Milton Keynes we can score, 90 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 — 5.1/10 against 1,964 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chestnuts Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join mindfulness colouring and board game clubs, play multi sports, football, netball and TT Rock tars, and take part in dance and paper craft. Trips include overnight sleepovers, abseiling, climbing, river crossing and team-building tasks. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 400 pupils against a stated capacity of 459. 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? How are the overnight trips organised for parents?
What Ofsted said about Chestnuts Primary School
Overview
Chestnuts Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes an inclusive, aspirational environment where happy pupils learn eagerly and are well prepared for the next stages of their education. Leaders and governors provide strong oversight, ensuring high expectations are met across the curriculum.
Strengths
- The broad and engaging curriculum sets out clearly what pupils should learn, with common themes helping pupils remember and build knowledge over time.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and supported effectively, allowing them to achieve well and integrate fully into school life.
- Skilled staff deliver phonics well from Reception, resulting in most pupils becoming fluent and confident readers by the end of key stage 1.
- The school provides a strong range of opportunities for personal development, including meaningful roles in the community and enrichment through clubs and trips.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with leaders creating an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Areas to improve
- Teaching checks on pupils’ learning do not always identify clearly how well they have understood subject content, leading to activities that do not align well enough to address gaps or misconceptions.
- Occasionally, teaching does not use information about pupils’ prior learning to ensure activities build on what pupils already know, causing some pupils to struggle with making connections.
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 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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