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Schools in CH2

A postcode district in Cheshire West and Chester

  • Postcode district
  • 29 schools and nurseries

In short: CH2 is a postcode district in Cheshire West and Chester with 13 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2913 primary · 5 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CH2

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All CH2 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CH2

13 in CH2, best first

Mill View Primary School

Chester, CH2 1HB · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

44 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1190%

England 62%

Days missed
3.4%
Pupils
242
Pupils per teacher
25.9
View school Mill View Primary School

St Martin's Academy Chester

Chester, CH2 3NG · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

33 first choices, 26 offers made

Met the standard at 1196%

England 62%

Days missed
2.9%
Pupils
177
Pupils per teacher
18.4
View school St Martin's Academy Chester

Acresfield Academy

Chester, CH2 1LJ · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

35 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1175%

England 62%

Days missed
3.7%
Pupils
248
Pupils per teacher
24.5
View school Acresfield Academy

Top Secondary Schools in CH2

5 in CH2, best first

Upton-by-Chester High School

Chester, CH2 1NN · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

284 first choices, 292 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.6

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
1,728
Pupils per teacher
16.6
View school Upton-by-Chester High School

Nurseries in CH2

13 in CH2, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in CH2

3 in CH2, by the school's Eduscope score

Upton-by-Chester High School

Chester, CH2 1NN · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

284 first choices, 292 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.6

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
1,728
Pupils per teacher
16.6
View school Upton-by-Chester High School

The Hammond

Chester, CH2 4ES · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well below the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1637.3

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
253
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Hammond

Special Schools in CH2

2 in CH2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Maple Grove School

Ch2 3hr · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
50
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Maple Grove School

Private Schools in CH2

3 in CH2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Hammond

Chester, CH2 4ES · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well below the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1637.3

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
253
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Hammond

Maple Grove School

Ch2 3hr · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
50
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Maple Grove School

The Firs School

Ch2 2hj · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
144
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Firs School
The map

Every school in CH2, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Newton Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasMickle Trafford Village School, GoodUpton Westlea Primary School, Needs attention in 4 areasElton Primary School, GoodSt Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School, GoodUpton-by-Chester High School, GoodThe Firs School, InspectedThe Hammond, InspectedDorin Park School & Specialist SEN College, GoodAncora House School, OutstandingSt Martin's Academy Chester, Outstanding in every areaMill View Primary School, OutstandingUpton Heath CofE Primary School, GoodAcresfield Academy, OutstandingMaple Grove School, GoodHoole Church of England Primary School, GoodPartou Buttercups Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodHeadstart Nursery and Pre-School, GoodS4YC @ Upton Heath Nursery & OOSC, GoodBright Horizons Countess of Chester Day Nursery and Preschool, GoodNewton Park Pre School, GoodFir Cones Day Nursery, GoodHoole Bank Day Nursery, GoodUniversity Of Chester - Kingsway Buildings Nursery, GoodLittle Learners Nursery School, GoodHetty (Hoole Enterprise Trust - Time for You), GoodS4YC @ Mickle Trafford Preschool, GoodBest Friends Day Nursery Chester Limited, GoodThe Spinney Day Nursery, Requires improvement
  • Outstanding3
  • Good20
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet5
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every CH2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CH2 has 29 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in CH2

Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.

Questions

Questions parents ask about CH2

How many schools are in CH2?

CH2 has 29 schools, including 13 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CH2?

The highest-ranked schools in CH2 on Eduscope are Mill View Primary School, St Martin's Academy Chester, Acresfield Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in CH2?

There are 3 independent schools in CH2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CH2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in CH2?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in CH2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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