J H Godwin Primary School

URN: 110983 • Chester CH1 5JG

Overview

Name
J H Godwin Primary School
URN
110983
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lorraine Cartledge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01244259666
Website
Visit
Address
Melbourne Road, Chester CH1 5JG

Summary

J H Godwin Primary School is a mixed community school located in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, with a current enrolment of 168 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school, which moved to a purpose-built facility in 2016, features a large outdoor area, including a forest school and a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), providing a conducive environment for learning and play.

The school’s ethos centres on developing each child’s abilities and interests to foster personal achievement. J H Godwin emphasizes collaboration and community, referring to its classes as "Teams" to promote support among students. The curriculum is designed to engage children and instil a love of learning, supplemented by various trips to enhance cultural experiences.

J H Godwin Primary School values the holistic development of its pupils, focusing on character traits each half term and adhering to school rules that promote readiness, respect, and safety. The school has received a ‘good’ rating from Ofsted, with ‘outstanding’ marks for personal development, behaviour, and attitudes, reflecting its commitment to nurturing well-rounded, confident individuals.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
168
Boys
82
Girls
86
FSM %
38.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 168 82 86 210 38.70
2024-09-11 174 82 92 210 39.10
2023-09-11 178 98 80 210 41.60
2022-09-11 178 98 80 210 41.60
2021-09-11 178 96 82 210 43.30
2020-09-11 188 105 83 210 38.30

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