Boughton Heath Academy
99%
Capacity
223
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Boughton Heath Academy
Boughton Heath Academy 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 223 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 226 places).
the school is led by headteacher Jon Lenton, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2996th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Boughton Heath Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 30 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Boughton Heath Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Boughton Heath 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Becketts Lane, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 5RW |
| Headteacher | Jon Lenton |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.9% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 226 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2996th of 13,686
Nationally
429th of 2,065
In North West
27th 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
74%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
74%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
113
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Boughton Heath Academy
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Contact Information
Becketts Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 5RW
Becketts Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 5RW
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