Chestnut Lane School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Chestnut Lane School
Chestnut Lane School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chestnut Lane School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Rehal, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
Chestnut Lane School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Chestnut Lane School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (79 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chestnut Lane School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Chestnut Lane 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 105 Chestnut Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6EF |
| Headteacher | Gemma Rehal |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
79 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
105 Chestnut Lane, Amersham
Buckinghamshire, HP6 6EF
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