Helsby Hillside Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Helsby Hillside Primary School
Helsby Hillside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Helsby Hillside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Khan, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2727th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Helsby Hillside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Helsby Hillside Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Helsby Hillside 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Bates Lane, Frodsham, Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 9LN |
| Headteacher | Adam Khan |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2727th of 13,686
Nationally
378th of 2,065
In North West
24th 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
75%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
75%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Helsby Hillside Primary School
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Contact Information
Bates Lane, Frodsham
Cheshire West and Chester, WA6 9LN
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