Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
URN: 111290 • Chester CH4 7HS
Overview
- Name
- Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
- URN
- 111290
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Drew (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01244267525
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Old Wrexham Road, Chester CH4 7HS
Summary
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Chester, serving a mixed-gender population of 459 pupils. The school prioritises an inclusive and supportive environment, guided by its vision of "Love God, Love Ourselves, Love People." This ethos fosters positive relationships and encourages students to aspire to their best, while celebrating diversity within the community.
The curriculum at Overleigh St Mary's is designed to equip children with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future challenges. The school offers a broad range of subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and the Arts, alongside opportunities for extracurricular activities such as music clubs and environmental projects. The school also places a strong emphasis on mental health and well-being, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
With a commitment to community engagement, Overleigh St Mary's actively involves families and local organisations in school life. The school welcomes prospective parents to visit and learn more about the educational experiences available for their children, reinforcing its role as a central hub for learning and development in the Handbridge area.
The curriculum at Overleigh St Mary's is designed to equip children with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future challenges. The school offers a broad range of subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and the Arts, alongside opportunities for extracurricular activities such as music clubs and environmental projects. The school also places a strong emphasis on mental health and well-being, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
With a commitment to community engagement, Overleigh St Mary's actively involves families and local organisations in school life. The school welcomes prospective parents to visit and learn more about the educational experiences available for their children, reinforcing its role as a central hub for learning and development in the Handbridge area.
Useful links
- Governors' Homepage (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Record of Governor Training (governance)
- Consent (sen)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Calculation Policies (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Belgrave Primary School (76.3)
- Christleton Primary School (76.1)
- Acresfield Community Primary School (75.6)
- St Martin's Academy Chester (74.8)
- Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School (74.7)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 444
- Pupils
- 459
- Boys
- 226
- Girls
- 233
- FSM %
- 14.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 459 | 226 | 233 | 444 | 14.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 459 | 236 | 223 | 444 | 14.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 427 | 220 | 207 | 525 | 11.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 427 | 220 | 207 | 450 | 11.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 389 | 201 | 188 | 450 | 11.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 398 | 216 | 182 | 420 | 10.30 |
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