Tarvin Primary School
Chester, CH3 8LS · Cheshire West and Chester · primary school
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14th 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 — 8.8/10 against 2,153 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 24.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.38 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tarvin Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 24.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Tarvin Primary School
Overview
Tarvin Primary School continues to be a good school where pupils enjoy attending and achieve well. Leaders have high expectations for behaviour and work, resulting in an attentive, kind, and respectful student body. The school benefits from effective leadership and strong staff collaboration, with parents expressing unanimous satisfaction with the provision.
Strengths
- Pupils are "attentive in lessons" and contribute "confidently to discussions," demonstrating they are "well mannered and kind."
- Leaders have made reading a "top priority," with training and phonics coaching contributing to "rapid progress" for younger pupils.
- The curriculum is well-planned, with staff using assessment systems effectively to ensure pupils "know more about the subject by the end of the module."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "included well in all aspects of school life" and receive appropriate support.
- Staff workload and well-being are protected, and staff "enjoy working at the school."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should improve communication with parents to ensure they feel "well informed about key decisions and priorities," particularly regarding SEND provision.
- Staff should adapt reading systems to promote "accurate and fluent reading among older pupils," as checking fluency for 'free readers' is not yet systematic.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding across the school" and staff who are well trained to identify potential issues.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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