Acresfield Academy
106%
Capacity
250
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Acresfield Academy
Acresfield Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 250 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Mike Dixon, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 528th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Acresfield Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 28 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Acresfield Academy include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Acresfield Academy is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Acres Lane, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 1LJ |
| Headteacher | Mike Dixon |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 250 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 250 / 236 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
528th of 13,686
Nationally
77th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 110
In Cheshire West and Chester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
85
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Acres Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 1LJ
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