What is Ancora House School's Ofsted rating?

Ancora House School was judged Outstanding at its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 11/05/2023. (Ofsted stopped giving state schools a single overall grade in September 2024.)

Is Ancora House School a primary or secondary school?

Ancora House School is a other school in Chester, for ages 11–18.

Where is Ancora House School?

Ancora House School is in Chester, CH2 1BQ (Cheshire West and Chester local authority).

How many pupils attend Ancora House School?

Ancora House School has around 17 pupils on roll.

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Ancora House School

Outstandinggraded 11/05/2023Ages 11–1817 pupilsDoes not apply

Chester, CH2 1BQ

Cheshire West and Chester

Ancora House School is a school for pupils aged 11 to 18 in Chester, within the Cheshire West and Chester local authority. The school has around 17 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 11/05/2023, Ancora House School was judged Outstanding. Families comparing schools in Chester can view Ancora House School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Chester (CH2 1BQ), Ancora House School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements

Quality of educationOutstanding

Behaviour & attitudesOutstanding

Personal developmentOutstanding

Leadership & managementOutstanding

Last inspected 11/05/2023

Attendance & staffing

Pupils per teacher2.6England avg 19.6

Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake

Free school meals10.5%England avg 26.3%