Eccleston CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
100
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Eccleston CofE Primary School
Eccleston CofE Primary School 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 100 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Eccleston CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Rees-Wright, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4706th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Eccleston CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 14 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eccleston CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Eccleston 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Eaton Road, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 9HD |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Rees-Wright |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 100 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 100 / 105 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4706th of 13,686
Nationally
678th of 2,065
In North West
42nd 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
69%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
69%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
45
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eccleston CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Eaton Road, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 9HD
Eaton Road, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 9HD
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