Newton Primary School
93%
Capacity
391
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Newton Primary School
Newton 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 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Newton Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Caralyn Bignell, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5262nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
Newton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 48 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newton Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, Newton 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 | Kingsway West, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 2LA |
| Headteacher | Caralyn Bignell |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 420 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5262nd of 13,686
Nationally
772nd of 2,065
In North West
45th 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
67%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Newton Primary School
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Contact Information
Kingsway West, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 2LA
Kingsway West, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 2LA
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