St Martin's Academy Chester
96%
Capacity
174
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About St Martin's Academy Chester
St Martin's Academy Chester is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 182 places).
the school is led by headteacher Wenda Smith, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% 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 825th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 110 in Cheshire West and Chester.
St Martin's Academy Chester is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 25 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
St Martin's Academy Chester parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (83 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Martin's Academy Chester include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, St Martin's Academy Chester 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 | None |
| Address | 91 Hoole Road, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 3NG |
| Headteacher | Wenda Smith |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 182 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
825th of 13,686
Nationally
106th of 2,065
In North West
9th 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
84%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
83 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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
131
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Martin's Academy Chester
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Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
91 Hoole Road, Chester
Cheshire West and Chester, CH2 3NG
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