Boughton Heath Academy
Becketts Lane, Great Boughton, Chester, CH3 5RWOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Boughton Heath Academy is a primary school in Chester for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 181 schools in Cheshire West and Chester. It ranks 3rd of 33 primary schools in Chester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in July 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 July 2024, report published 25 September 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 16 July 2024
Pupils enjoy coming to this exceptional school. They take full advantage of the wonderful opportunities that the school has to offer. Pupils spoke particularly fondly about the annual residential visits. Every pupil is encouraged to develop their talents and to represent the school in a competition or festival. Pupils said that they value how these activities and memorable experiences help them to develop important skills such as determination, respect for others and confidence. The school has extremely high expectations for pupils' achievement. This includes for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils thrive and achieve exceptionally well, especially in English and mathematics. Pupils also develop a deep body of knowledge across the curriculum. Pupils' behaviour in and around school is exceptional. In lessons, pupils listen intently to their teachers. Pupils show maturity beyond their years when they discuss their learning with their friends. Children in the early years show great focus during their play. Throughout the school, there is a calm and purposeful learning culture. Pupils are exceedingly proud of their school. Many of the Year 6 pupils told inspectors that, although they were sad to be leaving such a remarkable school, they felt extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
34 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
225 pupils on roll, with places for 226
Schools near Boughton Heath Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Grove Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
| Hoole Church of England Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 84% met the expected standard |
| Oldfield Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| The Grosvenor Park Church of England Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EXPEDITIONS SCHOOLS
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Jon Lenton
- Phone
- 01244732000
- Address
- Becketts Lane, Great Boughton, Chester, CH3 5RW
- Local authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- URN
- 141614
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.