Delamere CofE Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
179
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Delamere CofE Primary Academy
Delamere CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 182 places).
the school is led by headteacher Julie Clayton, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 221st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Delamere CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 26 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Delamere CofE Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Delamere CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Delamere Ce Primary Academy, Stoney Lane, Kelsall, Tarporley, Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0ST |
| Headteacher | Julie Clayton |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.5% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 182 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
221st of 13,686
Nationally
35th of 2,065
In North West
2nd 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
92%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
92%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
82
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 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.
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Contact Information
Delamere Ce Primary Academy, Stoney Lane, Kelsall, Tarporley
Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0ST
Delamere Ce Primary Academy, Stoney Lane, Kelsall, Tarporley
Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0ST
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