The Arches Community Primary School

URN: 134897 • Chester CH1 5EZ

Overview

Name
The Arches Community Primary School
URN
134897
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Ashfield (since 2025)
Telephone
01244667660
Website
Visit
Address
Saughall Road, Chester CH1 5EZ

Summary

The Arches Community Primary School, located in Chester, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 186 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a positive and safe learning environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The dedicated staff aim to provide an enjoyable yet challenging curriculum that caters to the diverse needs of all students, celebrating neurodiversity and individual talents.

The school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and strives to maintain strong links with local families and organizations. This collaborative approach extends to parents and carers, who are encouraged to participate in school life and contribute to their children's education. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Michelle Ashfield, is committed to creating a nurturing atmosphere that lays a solid foundation for lifelong learning.

For families considering The Arches for their children, the school offers opportunities for personalised visits, allowing parents to observe the learning environment firsthand. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (51.10%), the school is dedicated to ensuring equality of opportunity for all students.

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
186
Boys
96
Girls
90
FSM %
51.10
Open date
2005-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 186 96 90 210 51.10
2024-09-11 192 94 98 210 49.50
2023-09-11 225 107 118 315 42.70
2022-09-11 225 107 118 315 42.70
2021-09-11 246 121 125 315 46.30
2020-09-11 261 136 125 315 42.90

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