The King's School
URN: 111485 • Chester CH4 7QL
Overview
- Name
- The King's School
- URN
- 111485
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 49.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- George Hartley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01244689500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wrexham Road, Chester CH4 7QL
Summary
The King's School is an independent, academically selective institution located in Chester, offering education for boys and girls aged 4 to 18. With a history spanning 475 years, the school combines traditional values with modern educational practices, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that fosters both academic achievement and personal development.
The school comprises four divisions: Willow Lodge (ages 4-7), Junior School (ages 7-11), Senior School (ages 11-16), and Sixth Form (ages 16-18). The curriculum is designed to develop essential skills such as critical thinking, self-belief, and collaboration, while also prioritising the emotional and spiritual well-being of students. This holistic approach prepares pupils to navigate the complexities of the modern world.
The King's School prides itself on its supportive community, offering various co-curricular activities, including sports, music, and drama. The school fosters a diverse and dynamic environment, encouraging students to engage with their peers and develop lasting connections. With a current enrolment of 1,139 pupils and a capacity of 1,180, the school continues to be a prominent educational establishment in the region.
The school comprises four divisions: Willow Lodge (ages 4-7), Junior School (ages 7-11), Senior School (ages 11-16), and Sixth Form (ages 16-18). The curriculum is designed to develop essential skills such as critical thinking, self-belief, and collaboration, while also prioritising the emotional and spiritual well-being of students. This holistic approach prepares pupils to navigate the complexities of the modern world.
The King's School prides itself on its supportive community, offering various co-curricular activities, including sports, music, and drama. The school fosters a diverse and dynamic environment, encouraging students to engage with their peers and develop lasting connections. With a current enrolment of 1,139 pupils and a capacity of 1,180, the school continues to be a prominent educational establishment in the region.
Useful links
- Staff & Governors (governance)
- Senior School (sen)
- Send at King’s (sen)
- Seniors news (sen)
- Seniors (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions & Visiting Us (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ancora House School (64.2)
- Dee Banks School (54.1)
- Greater Grace School of Christian Education (52.7)
- Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College (50.1)
- iMap Centre (49.3)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1180
- Pupils
- 1139
- Boys
- 683
- Girls
- 456
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1980-09-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1139 | 683 | 456 | 1180 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1155 | 706 | 449 | 1180 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1102 | 673 | 429 | 1180 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1102 | 673 | 429 | 1150 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1101 | 675 | 426 | 1130 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1096 | 679 | 417 | 1105 | 0.00 |
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