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Huxley CofE Primary School

Huxley CofE Primary School

Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 9BHPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Inadequateby Ofsted

98%

Capacity

48

Pupils

2.2x

Demand

About Huxley CofE Primary School

Huxley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 48 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 49 places).

Ofsted has rated Huxley CofE Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Gourley, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.

Huxley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 6 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Huxley CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Huxley 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressChurch Lane, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 9BH
HeadteacherRachel Gourley
Local AuthorityCheshire West and Chester
Number of Pupils48
Free School Meals (FSM)14.6%
School Capacity48 / 49 (98% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

10 Mar 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Inadequate

Declined
Quality of Education
Inadequate
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires improvement
Personal Development
Requires improvement
Leadership & Management
Inadequate

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Inadequate

Source: Ofsted, 27 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsICT SuiteArt StudiosSensory RoomSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

CricketGymnasticsSwimmingNetballAthletics

Clubs & Activities

CodingScience ClubDramaGardeningChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

6

Applications

13

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

7 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Huxley CofE Primary School

Huxley CofE Primary School has been rated "Inadequate" by Ofsted. This means the school has been identified as needing significant improvement. Ofsted will monitor the school closely.

Contact Information

01829781296www.huxleyprimary.cheshire.sch.uk/

Church Lane, Chester

Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 9BH

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Church Lane, Chester

Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 9BH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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