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Schools in CH3

A postcode district in Cheshire West and Chester

  • Postcode district
  • 34 schools and nurseries

In short: CH3 is a postcode district in Cheshire West and Chester with 18 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 14 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3418 primary · 5 secondary · 14 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CH3

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 CH3 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CH3

18 in CH3, best first

Boughton Heath Academy

Chester, CH3 5RW · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

32 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1188%

England 62%

Days missed
3.8%
Pupils
225
Pupils per teacher
25.6
View school Boughton Heath Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in CH3

5 in CH3, best first

Christleton High School

Chester, CH3 7AD · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

214 first choices, 219 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1652.4

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
1,382
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school Christleton High School
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Nurseries in CH3

14 in CH3, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in CH3

4 in CH3, by the school's Eduscope score

Christleton High School

Chester, CH3 7AD · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

214 first choices, 219 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1652.4

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
1,382
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school Christleton High School

Dee Banks School

Chester, CH3 5UX · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Safeguarding not met

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
12.9%
Pupils
141
Pupils per teacher
5.6
View school Dee Banks School

Special Schools in CH3

2 in CH3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

iMap Centre

Chester, CH3 7JA · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
18
Pupils per teacher
–
View school iMap Centre

Dee Banks School

Chester, CH3 5UX · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Safeguarding not met

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
12.9%
Pupils
141
Pupils per teacher
5.6
View school Dee Banks School

Private Schools in CH3

2 in CH3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

iMap Centre

Chester, CH3 7JA · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
18
Pupils per teacher
–
View school iMap Centre

Abbey Gate College

Chester, CH3 6EN · Independent · All-through · Ages 4 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1655.8

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
408
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Abbey Gate College
The map

Every school in CH3, 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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Huntington Community Primary School, GoodWaverton Community Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaFarndon Primary School, Good in every areaTattenhall Park Primary School, GoodAshton Hayes Primary School, GoodChristleton Primary School, Good or betterCherry Grove Primary School, GoodBarrow CofE Primary School, Safeguarding not metGuilden Sutton CofE Primary School, OutstandingSaighton Church of England Primary School & Pre-School, Expected standard or betterAbbey Gate College, InspectedDee Banks School, Safeguarding not metiMap Centre, GoodThe Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School, GoodChristleton High School, GoodBoughton Heath Academy, OutstandingClutton Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 4 areasTarvin Primary School, GoodHuxley CofE Primary School, InadequateOldfield Primary School, GoodTarvin Pre-School & Day Nursery, Expected standard or betterOldfield Pre-school, GoodWaverton Pre School, GoodKids Planet Chester, OutstandingSandy Bears Nursery and Pre School, GoodDandelions Day Nursery And Family Centre, GoodGuilden Sutton Day Nursery, OutstandingGuilden Sutton Pre-school, GoodAshton House Nursery, OutstandingChristleton Pre-School, GoodStepping Stones Montessori Childcare Limited, GoodKids Planet Great Boughton, GoodThrive Cotton Lane, GoodHuntington Under 5's Preschool, Good
  • Outstanding5
  • Good19
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet9
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 CH3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CH3 has 34 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.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about CH3

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How many schools are in CH3?

CH3 has 34 schools, including 18 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 14 nurseries, 2 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 CH3?

The highest-ranked schools in CH3 on Eduscope are Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School, Boughton Heath Academy, Saighton Church of England Primary School & Pre-School. 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 CH3?

There are 2 independent schools in CH3. 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 CH3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in CH3?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 34 schools in CH3 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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