Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School — Primary School in Chester le Street

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Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Chester le Street, DH2 2JT

276 Pupils

418 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

27.80% FSM %

131 Boys

145 Girls

About Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Chester le Street, County Durham, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 2–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 276 pupils on roll. School capacity: 418. Current headteacher: Rachel Butler.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	County Durham
Region	North East
Administrative District	County Durham
Parliamentary Constituency	North Durham
Ward	Chester-le-Street North
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10073792
URN	114213
Data Last Updated	18-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Barbara Wells	Chair of Governors	24/02/2025	23/02/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Andrew Barnes	Governor	19/03/2026	18/03/2030	Elected by parents
Mrs Laura Cavagan	Governor	23/02/2022	22/11/2025	Elected by parents
Mr Dave Edmondson	Governor	07/11/2023	31/03/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Michelle Irwin	Governor	19/06/2025	04/03/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Michael McRae	Governor	19/01/2023	18/01/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mr Sean Mulligan	Governor	13/10/2025	12/10/2029	Elected by school staff
Miss Rachel Orr	Governor	07/04/2022	06/04/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Reverend Norman Shave	Governor	12/09/2025	11/09/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Councillor Tracie Smith	Governor	01/01/2025	31/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Reverend Matthew Strand	Governor	30/03/2022	29/03/2026	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Bryan Wilson	Governor	17/07/2024	10/07/2025	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Bullion Lane Primary School

1.02 km • Chester le Street

Other

Cestria Primary School

1.16 km • Chester le Street

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Park View School

1.23 km • Chester le Street

Other

Newker Primary School

1.23 km • Chester le Street

Other

Hermitage Academy

1.36 km • Chester le Street

Other

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street

1.51 km • Chester le Street

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Chester le Street, County Durham.

How many pupils does Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School have?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School has 276 pupils, with a capacity of 418.

What is the age range at Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School?

The Headteacher at Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is Ms Rachel Butler.

Where is Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School located?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is at Hilda Park, Chester le Street, DH2 2JT, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School currently open?

Chester-Le-Street CofE (Controlled) Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Ms Rachel Butler

Hilda Park, Chester le Street, DH2 2JT

01913882328

www.chester-le-street.durham.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 114213

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026