Tarvin Primary School
URN: 147995 • Chester CH3 8LS
Overview
- Name
- Tarvin Primary School
- URN
- 147995
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SANDSTONE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Davies (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01829740399
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Heath Drive, Chester CH3 8LS
Summary
Tarvin Primary School, located in Chester, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 239 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and personally. With a focus on developing the whole child, the school prioritises mental and physical wellbeing, encouraging healthy lifestyles and resilience among students.
The curriculum at Tarvin Primary encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and the Arts, ensuring a well-rounded education. The school promotes a philosophy of continuous improvement, regularly assessing how decisions impact student learning and wellbeing. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality education and support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
As part of the Sandstone Trust, Tarvin Primary School values community involvement and aims to maintain strong relationships with parents and guardians. The school encourages parental engagement and offers opportunities for families to participate in school activities, fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
The curriculum at Tarvin Primary encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and the Arts, ensuring a well-rounded education. The school promotes a philosophy of continuous improvement, regularly assessing how decisions impact student learning and wellbeing. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality education and support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs.
As part of the Sandstone Trust, Tarvin Primary School values community involvement and aims to maintain strong relationships with parents and guardians. The school encourages parental engagement and offers opportunities for families to participate in school activities, fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
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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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SANDSTONE TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 239
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 110
- FSM %
- 4.20
- Open date
- 2020-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 239 | 129 | 110 | 315 | 4.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 248 | 135 | 113 | 315 | 6.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 276 | 145 | 131 | 315 | 8.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 276 | 145 | 131 | 315 | 8.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 274 | 137 | 137 | 315 | 9.50 |
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