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Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Chester le Street, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 276 pupils, and a capacity of 418 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

276

Pupils

418

Capacity

66%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is managed by County Durham and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find County Durham catchment area documents →

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hilda Park, Chester le Street, DH2 2JT
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
27.8% of pupils
DfE URN
114213

Other Primary Schools in Chester le Street

If Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chester le Street are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Is Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School oversubscribed?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School has a capacity of 418 places and currently has 276 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.

What is the admissions policy for Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by County Durham before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School cover?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a primary school in Chester le Street, County Durham, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.