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
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.
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.
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- Term Dates (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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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