Kelsall Primary and Nursery School
90%
Capacity
237
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Kelsall Primary and Nursery School
Kelsall Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 263 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah White, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 1976th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Kelsall Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 27 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kelsall Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Kelsall Primary and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Kelsall Primary and Nursery School, Flat Lane, Tarporley, Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0PU |
| Headteacher | Sarah White |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 263 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1976th of 13,686
Nationally
256th of 2,065
In North West
16th 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
78%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
78%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kelsall Primary and Nursery School, Flat Lane, Tarporley
Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0PU
Kelsall Primary and Nursery School, Flat Lane, Tarporley
Cheshire West and Chester, CW6 0PU
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