Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School
58%
Capacity
73
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School
Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 73 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Hudson, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11812th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 92nd out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 4 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (32 responses).
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 Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Tarporley Road, Duddon St Peter's Ce Primary School, Tarporley, Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0EL |
| Headteacher | Paul Hudson |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 73 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 73 / 126 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11812th of 13,686
Nationally
1742nd of 2,065
In North West
92nd 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
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
11
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Tarporley Road, Duddon St Peter's Ce Primary School, Tarporley
Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0EL
Tarporley Road, Duddon St Peter's Ce Primary School, Tarporley
Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0EL
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