Belgrave Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Belgrave Primary School
Belgrave Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Belgrave Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Juliette Benton, 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 595th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Belgrave Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Belgrave Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Belgrave Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Five Ashes Road, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 7QS |
| Headteacher | Juliette Benton |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
595th of 13,686
Nationally
86th of 2,065
In North West
7th 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
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
87%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
107
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Five Ashes Road, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 7QS
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