Chennestone Primary School
94%
Capacity
311
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Chennestone Primary School
Chennestone Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Spelthorne community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 311 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 330 places).
Ofsted has rated Chennestone Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Mulhall, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6502nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 19 in Spelthorne.
Chennestone Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 29 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chennestone Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Tennis, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Spelthorne, Chennestone Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Manor Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, Spelthorne, TW16 5ED |
| Headteacher | Hayley Mulhall |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 311 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.8% |
| School Capacity | 311 / 330 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6502nd of 13,686
Nationally
921st of 2,034
In South East
13th of 19
In Spelthorne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
64%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
89
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chennestone Primary School
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Contact Information
Manor Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames
Spelthorne, TW16 5ED
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