St Martin's Academy Chester

About St Martin's Academy Chester

We passionately believe in developing pupils who 'Learn for Life' and equipping them with the skills needed for an increasingly complex and globalised world.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Wenda Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 83 responses • 47.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

98.8% positive 1.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

98.8% positive 1.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

97.6% positive 1.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

97.5% positive

My child does well at this school

96.4% positive 2.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 83 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

7.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

71.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School Experience"

My son has been at St Martin's Academy for a year now and it has been an incredible experience for him. The facilities are top-notch, with spacious classrooms and excellent resources. The staff are caring, supportive, and genuinely invested in their students' success. The school's values of 'Learn for Life' really shine through in everything they do.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Emotions"

I have mixed feelings about St Martin's Academy. On the one hand, I love the school's focus on global perspectives and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. My child is really enjoying learning about different cultures and ways of life. However, I do feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep us informed about what's happening in the classroom.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent May 15, 2021

5.0

"St Martin's Sets the Standard"

As a former parent, I can confidently say that St Martin's Academy sets the standard for primary education in Chester. The school's commitment to extracurricular activities, including sports and arts, is impressive. My children thrived in the 'beyond curriculum' environment, developing valuable skills and confidence that will stay with them for life.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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