Huxley CofE Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 9BH |
| Headteacher | Rachel Gourley |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 48 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 48 / 49 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH3 9BH
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