Chesham Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
310
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Chesham Primary Academy
Chesham Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 310 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Chesham Primary Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Whiting, it falls under Bury local authority.
Chesham Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 35 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Chesham Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chesham Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Chesham Primary 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 | Talbot Grove, Bury, Bury, BL9 6PH |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Whiting |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 310 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.9% |
| School Capacity | 310 / 315 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
67 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed35
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Talbot Grove, Bury
Bury, BL9 6PH
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