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Dee Banks School

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Dee Banks School

Dee Banks, Sandy Lane, Chester, CH3 5UX

Community special school
Pupils
139
Ages
2-19
FSM
45.3%
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2016

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard2024/25

Reading
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Writing
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Maths
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RWM Combined
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Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Dee Banks School

Dee Banks School is a secondary school in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). The school has around 139 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Dee Banks, Chester, CH3 5UX | More schools in Cheshire West and Chester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dee Banks School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Mar 2022School remains Good
  2. Nov 2016Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Dee Banks School

What is Dee Banks School's Ofsted rating?
Dee Banks School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.
Where is Dee Banks School located?
Dee Banks School is a secondary school in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester (CH3 5UX).
How many pupils attend Dee Banks School?
Dee Banks School has around 139 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dee Banks School with other schools?
View Dee Banks School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cheshire West and Chester.