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Chesterton Primary School
Apsley Road, Chesterton, Cirencester, GL7 1SS, Gloucestershire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
51.1 / 100
Top 49%
Better than 51% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
201
Capacity
210
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 62% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at the end of Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 58% nationally. Parent satisfaction is high, with 87% recommending the school, although only 31 responses were collected, indicating a need for broader feedback. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 2-11, making it a strong choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 17 June 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 62% | Bottom 42% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Parent View (31 responses)
★★★★★4.0
Progress is communicated
97%
School keeps me informed
94%
Good range of subjects
90%
Behaviour is good
90%
My child makes good progress
87%
I'd recommend this school
87%
My child feels safe
84%
My child is happy
84%
Good range of extra-curricular
84%
School has high expectations
84%
School supports development
77%
School responds to concerns
65%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British80.6%
Gypsy/Roma5.0%
White Other4.0%
Asian Indian3.0%
Black African2.0%
Mixed Other1.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Black Other0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.5%
Location
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51.70637, -1.97075 · GL7 1SS
School details
Local authorityGloucestershire
RegionSouth West
URN146326
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.chestertonprimary.net
Frequently asked questions
What is Chesterton Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Chesterton Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 June 2025.
Is Chesterton Primary School a good school?
Chesterton Primary School scores 51.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 49% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Chesterton Primary School?
Based on 31 Ofsted Parent View responses, Chesterton Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
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