Mill View Primary School
103%
Capacity
244
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About Mill View Primary School
Mill View Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 244 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Alison Gibbons, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1149th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Mill View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 30 places, making it 5.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mill View Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Mill View 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wealstone Lane, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 1HB |
| Headteacher | Alison Gibbons |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 244 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 244 / 236 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1149th of 13,686
Nationally
141st of 2,065
In North West
10th 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
82%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
82%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
158
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
60 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.
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Contact Information
Wealstone Lane, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 1HB
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