Upton-by-Chester High School
| Type | Secondary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | St James Avenue Upton-by-Chester Chester Cheshire CH2 1NN |
| Phone | 01244259800 |
| Reference Number | 111422 |
Upton-by-Chester High School continues to maintain the standards identified in its previous inspection, demonstrating effective leadership and a commitment to maintaining high academic and personal achievement for all pupils. The school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment, particularly appreciated by sixth-form students who benefit from robust support for both academic and personal growth. The strong relationships between pupils and staff create a culture of trust and respect, contributing to a positive school experience overall.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1752 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.66%
Girls: 48.34% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 148 | 152 | 300 |
| 8 | 170 | 130 | 300 |
| 9 | 167 | 111 | 278 |
| 10 | 115 | 165 | 280 |
| 11 | 149 | 131 | 280 |
| 12 | 73 | 84 | 157 |
| 13 | 83 | 74 | 157 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 79.9% |
| White, Other | 5.9% |
| White & Asian | 2.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1.2% |
| African | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1.1% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 17 Apr 2019 | Short inspection |
| 14 May 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 13 Jul 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 13 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong, nurturing environment that supports academic and personal growth
- Effective curriculum designed to be broad, balanced, and ambitious
- High levels of attendance among disadvantaged pupils
- Positive relationships built between staff and pupils
- Rich enrichment opportunities allowing pupils to explore new talents
- Skilled staff providing effective support for reading in key stage 3
- Extensive careers program preparing pupils for future opportunities
Areas for Improvement
- Ineffective checks on pupils' knowledge may lead to gaps in understanding for some students
- Underdeveloped support for older pupils struggling with reading
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 48.8 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 43.1% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 63% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 34.89 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 34.8 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 14.9% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 189 | 9 |
| Third Preference | 171 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 1 |
Previous Years
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| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
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Upton Westlea Primary School
Upton Westlea Primary School, Weston Grove, Upton-by-Chester, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1QJ |
0.36 miles |
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Mill View Primary School
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0.56 miles |
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The Firs School
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0.58 miles |
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Acresfield Academy
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0.7 miles |
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Upton Heath CofE Primary School
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