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Chesterton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Chesterton Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Cirencester, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 201 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

201

Pupils

210

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Chesterton Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Chesterton Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gloucestershire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

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Chesterton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Apsley Road, Chesterton, Cirencester, GL7 1SS
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
25.7% of pupils
DfE URN
146326

Other Primary Schools in Cirencester

If Chesterton Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cirencester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chesterton Primary School

Is Chesterton Primary School oversubscribed?

Chesterton Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Chesterton Primary School?

Admission to Chesterton Primary School is managed by Gloucestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Chesterton Primary School cover?

Chesterton Primary School is a primary school in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, 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 Chesterton Primary School?

Chesterton Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.