State School
#14 in Best Primary Schools in Cheshire West and Chester
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
Work here? Update your school profile
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
- Primary
- Cheshire West and Chester CH4 7HS
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Engaging and exciting writing activities in Reception improve early writing skills.
Success of the Curriculum: Recent changes in teaching writing are positive and improving outcomes. High-quality writing is celebrated.
Foundational Skills: High priority on early reading with effective phonics, but needs more writing practice.
Success of the Curriculum: Carefully designed curriculum with learning steps well planned.
Areas Needing Improvement: Occasionally, activities do not match pupils鈥� abilities closely enough, slowing progress.
Areas Needing Improvement: Need to determine detailed knowledge in some curriculums for deep understanding.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Outcomes in reading, writing, and mathematics are broadly in line with national averages.
Support for Falling Behind: Leaders provide additional support and tuition for disadvantaged pupils to improve outcomes.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are thoughtful, helpful, well-behaved, and respectful, displaying Christian values.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Focus on early reading; suitable support ensures pace with the program.
Support for Falling Behind: Support provided for those struggling ensures parity with peers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exceptional behaviour and respect among pupils and staff.
Support for SEND Pupils: Governors and leaders ensure effective use of additional funding to support SEND pupils, improving attendance and progress.
Support for SEND Pupils: Curriculum adapted so SEND pupils progress well alongside peers.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective; incidents of bullying are rare and swiftly addressed.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Regular safeguarding training ensures vigilance; pupils are educated on safety online and in the community.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Harmonious atmosphere; pupils feel well cared for and supported.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: High standards maintained both in class and outdoor areas.
Parent Feedback: Parents praise the safe, supportive environment and good communication between school and home.
Parental Involvement: Parents are actively involved through responsive communication and quick resolution of concerns.
Parent Feedback: Parents view improvements positively; school works with families on attendance.
Parental Involvement: Opportunities for parental involvement through events and suggestions.
Extracurricular Activities: Disadvantaged pupils are encouraged to build confidence through after-school clubs, events, and trips.
Extracurricular Activities: Offers gymnastics, BSL, gardening, fostering talent and pride.
Outdoor Facilities: Safe and inclusive environment for various age groups.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers welcome leadership training to improve skills and accountability, positively affecting pupil outcomes.
Impact on Student Progress: Effective teacher training and leadership result in improved pupil progress in various subjects.
Teacher Engagement: Staff enjoy working at the school and feel valued.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching encourages potential, seen in pupils' readiness for secondary education.
Teaching Staff Challenges: School mindful of workload; supports efficient task completion.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Methods ensure effective teaching and address misconceptions.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 459 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 57% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
|
B-
|
A-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.4 | 25.8 | 22.2 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 105 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 57% | 55.11% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 6.11% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 68% 1 | 58.65% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% 4 | 9.28% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 3 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 69% 25 | 57.86% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 7 | 8.77% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -1.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 102 | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 94 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 44% | 53.36% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 7.98% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | Below Average |
Best Schools 2025
Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1