Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School

URN: 136806 • Chester CH1 4HG

Overview

Name
Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School
URN
136806
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Hover (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01244455275
Website
Visit
Address
Walpole Street, Chester CH1 4HG

Summary

Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Chester, serving a mixed-gender population of 395 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school is deeply rooted in Christian values, inspired by the story of the Good Samaritan, and aims to create a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive. The ethos of the school emphasizes kindness, respect, and community, fostering both academic success and social skills.

The curriculum at Chester Blue Coat is designed to support the holistic development of each child, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on instilling values that promote good citizenship. The school offers a rich learning experience, celebrating diversity and encouraging children to learn from one another in a safe and caring environment.

Chester Blue Coat has a long-standing history, having been established in 1700, and continues to embrace innovation in education. The school community is committed to providing an excellent start to every child's educational journey, welcoming families of all backgrounds and faiths. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through open afternoons and individual tours to learn more about the supportive environment offered.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
395
Boys
206
Girls
189
FSM %
14.80
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 395 206 189 420 14.80
2024-09-11 408 214 194 420 15.90
2023-09-11 402 217 185 420 17.30
2022-09-11 402 217 185 420 17.30
2021-09-11 392 217 175 420 17.50
2020-09-11 417 224 193 420 15.40

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