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What is Chesham Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Chesham Primary Academy was rated "Inadequate" by Ofsted (inspected 2023).

Where is Chesham Primary Academy located?

Chesham Primary Academy is located in Bury, Lancashire, North West, BL9 6PH.

What age range does Chesham Primary Academy serve?

Chesham Primary Academy serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Chesham Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Chesham Primary Academy

Chesham Primary Academy is a primary academy in Bury, North West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

The school has 154 pupils on roll, 22% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.0%.

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OfstedInadequate · 2023Attendance94.0%

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What kind of school is Chesham Primary Academy?

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Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 154 pupils
SEN support: 12% of pupils

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Attendance at Chesham Primary Academy

Chesham Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 6.0%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Demographics at Chesham Primary Academy

Chesham Primary Academy has 154 pupils on roll.

22% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

12% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Chesham Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Inadequate

Chesham Primary Academy was rated "Inadequate" by Ofsted following an inspection in March 2023 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Chesham Primary Academy is overdue for reinspection.

An "Inadequate" rating is the lowest Ofsted judgement, indicating serious concerns about the quality of education or safeguarding. The school will receive intensive monitoring and may be placed in special measures.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Chesham Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Ofsted data is shown for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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