Schools in Chester
Chester, a historical city in northwest England, offers visitors a captivating blend of Roman heritage, elegance, and modern allure. Situated on the River Dee and close to the England-Wales border, Chester is the county town of Cheshire. The city boasts a rich historical legacy, exemplified by its imposing city walls—the most complete in Britain—and the magnificent black-and-white buildings, notably the famous Rows, two-tier medieval galleries of shops.
With a population of approximately 79,645, Chester has retained its character as a commercial and ecclesiastical center throughout its history, dating back nearly 2,000 years. The city has played a significant role in various periods of British history, from being a major Roman fortress to serving as the palatinate earldom of William the Conqueror and a hub of the Industrial Revolution, with the expansion centering around Chester's innovative cattle market and railways.
Chester's tourist attractions include the Roman amphitheater, the stunning Chester Cathedral, and iconic Victorian buildings such as the Gothic-style Town Hall and the Eastgate Clock, erected in honor of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. The city is also home to a thriving cultural sector, with world-renowned sites such as Chester Zoo (the UK's biggest zoo) and the historic Chester Racecourse, where you'll find the unique culmination of the Goteddsday football match dating back to 1533.
This meticulously preserved city presents a one-of-a-kind charm, ideal for those looking to uncover Britain's rich history and enjoy its vibrant modern culture.
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Secondary Schools
- Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College
- Upton-by-Chester High School
- Dee Banks School
- Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
- iMap Centre
- The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School
- Christleton High School
- The Catholic High School, Chester
- Queen's Park High School
- Chester International School
- Maple Grove School
- Abbey School for Exceptional Children
Primary Schools
- Newton Primary School
- J H Godwin Primary School
- Mickle Trafford Village School
- Huntington Community Primary School
- Upton Westlea Primary School
- Waverton Community Primary School
- Farndon Primary School
- Tattenhall Park Primary School
- Ashton Hayes Primary School
- Christleton Primary School
- Cherry Grove Primary School
- Dee Point Primary School
- Elton Primary School
- Oldfield Primary School
- Barrow CofE Primary School
- Capenhurst CofE Primary School
- Dodleston CofE Primary School
- Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School
- Huxley CofE Primary School
- Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
- St Clare's Catholic Primary School
- Eccleston CofE Primary School
- Saighton Church of England Primary School & Pre-School
- St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School
- St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
- Lache Primary School
- Highfield Community Primary School
- Hoole Church of England Primary School
- The Arches Community Primary School
- Saughall All Saints Church of England Primary School
- Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School
- St Martin's Academy Chester
- Boughton Heath Academy
- Mill View Primary School
- Upton Heath CofE Primary School
- Clutton Church of England Primary School
- The Grosvenor Park Church of England Academy
- Acresfield Academy
- Tarvin Primary School
- Belgrave Primary School
- St Oswald's CofE Primary School