Chawson First School

About Chawson First School

We value friendship and collaboration and that is why you will find our motto 'caring, sharing, learning together' displayed proudly above our entrance. Our teachers are experts in what they do, with a wealth of experience and expertise, and we pride ourselves on meeting the needs and interests of every single child.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Nicola Peck

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 57 responses • 16.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100.1% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

93% positive 3.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.5% positive 1.8% negative

My child does well at this school

96.5% positive 3.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 57 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

16.1

Teachers (FTE)

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful school community!"

My child has been at Chawson First School for two years now, and we couldn't be happier. The teachers are caring and dedicated, and the facilities are always well-maintained. We especially love the emphasis on 'caring, sharing, learning together' - it's really made a difference in our child's social skills.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Helen G Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2021

4.0

"Room for improvement, but lovely staff"

We've been at Chawson First School for six months now, and while we've had some issues with the communication between teachers, we really like the atmosphere and the values of the school. The headteacher is approachable and welcoming, and the staff seem genuinely caring. We just wish there were more opportunities for parent involvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2020

4.0

"A great school with plenty of opportunities"

My child attended Chawson First School from Reception to Year 2, and we were really pleased with the progress they made. The sport premium program was a highlight - our child loved the extracurricular activities and made some great friends through them. We're grateful for the experience our child had at the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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