Kelsall Primary and Nursery School

A outstanding academy converter school in Cheshire West and Chester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Kelsall Primary and Nursery School.

Tarporley, CW60PU Ofsted: Outstanding Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

77

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
66.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 78.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
76.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 19.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
6 February 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Kelsall Primary and Nursery School, Flat Lane
Kelsall
Tarporley, CW60PU
Phone
1829752811
Website
kelsall.cheshire.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138742
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Kelsall Primary and Nursery School, Flat Lane, Kelsall, Tarporley, CW6 0PU
Website
http://www.kelsall.cheshire.sch.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
CHESHIRE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
263 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
239
Free School Meals
6.1% (15 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (4 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.5%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
6.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
78.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
19.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
78.0 (+19.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
19.0 (+11.7 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
6.5 (11.0 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.5 (2.1 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 109.0
2023 106.0 108.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
24
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
239 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"To inspire the highest quality learning in a creative, collaborative environment."

Fostering a true sense of belonging Encouraging pupils to be themselves Building an academic mindset Practicing respect and empathy Engaging in open and honest conversations Living out the values of Crew

Head Teacher's Message

The site notes an Outstanding Ofsted rating in the latest inspection.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Kelsall Club (After School Club) Little Roots Nursery Breakfast Club

Sports

Football

Facilities

Purpose-built rooms Access to school equipment and facilities New outdoor play area School hall

Curriculum Highlights

Expeditionary Learning Learning Without Limits HOWLs (Habits of Work and Learning) Habits of Creativity Equity, Inclusion and Learning Without Limits No Outsiders Pathways to Write Accelerated Reader Read Write Inc. Phonics The Connected Curriculum

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Kelsall Club wraparound care runs during term time from 7:30am–8:40am and 3:15pm–6:00pm (4:45pm on Fridays) for Reception–Year 6; after-school bookings are made in advance via the school office. Little Roots Nursery Breakfast Club runs from 8:00am–9:00am (nursery) with bookings via i-PAL.

Financial Information

Nursery fees from September 2025: Morning and afternoon sessions cost £22.50 each. Early Years Foundation Stage funding is available for eligible children. Nursery admissions and Nursery Fees Policies are downloadable. Little Roots Nursery Breakfast Club details: 8:00am–9:00am, £6 per session, up to 10 places, bookings via i-PAL.

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