St Clare's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
172
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Clare's Catholic Primary School
St Clare's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 172 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated St Clare's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Ward, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10635th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
St Clare's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 22 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
St Clare's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 St Clare's Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, St Clare's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hawthorn Road, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 8HX |
| Headteacher | Lucy Ward |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 172 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 172 / 180 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10635th of 13,686
Nationally
1558th of 2,065
In North West
83rd 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
50%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
32
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Clare's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Hawthorn Road, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH4 8HX
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