Chesterton Primary School
84%
Capacity
177
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Chesterton Primary School
Chesterton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chesterton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Swindells, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8486th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Chesterton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 17 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chesterton Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Chesterton Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brittain Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 7NT |
| Headteacher | Helen Swindells |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.2% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 210 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8486th of 13,686
Nationally
848th of 1,378
In West Midlands
25th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
58%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brittain Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 7NT
Brittain Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 7NT
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