Christleton Primary School
Chester, CH3 7AY · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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106th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,118 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 among them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christleton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club, alongside sports including tennis, athletics, dodgeball, football, rugby, cricket, hockey, and netball.
Getting in
The published school roll is 220 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the after-school provision?
What Ofsted said about Christleton Primary School
Overview
Christleton Primary is described as a "happy school" where pupils "enjoy learning" and feel safe within "caring relationships." The inspection highlights a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with reading at its centre, supported by "skilled teachers" and effective leadership. While most aspects of the school’s provision are highly effective, there are specific areas regarding assessment usage that require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, showing "tolerance and respect for others" and taking pride in their learning.
- The curriculum is "precisely identified and organised into a logical sequence," ensuring pupils leave "well prepared for secondary school."
- Early years provision is "exceptionally well prepared," with children quickly adapting to routines and securely learning phonics.
- Staff benefit from a "comprehensive programme of professional development" and feel "exceptionally well supported by leaders."
- Governors provide "appropriate support and challenge," ensuring all groups of pupils receive a "high-quality education."
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," the school does not use assessment outcomes effectively enough to adapt learning for pupils with knowledge gaps.
- Teachers must ensure they use assessment data to "make adjustments to the delivery of the curriculum to close gaps in pupils’ knowledge."
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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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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