The Firs School vs The Hammond
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Firs School
Chester · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
144 students
The Hammond
Chester · Independent secondary · Ages 11–19
253 students
| Measure | The Firs School Chester, North West | The Hammond Chester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #432 of 536 |
| National rank | – | #3522 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 144 | 253 |
| Pupils on roll | 144 | 253 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 65.5% | 79.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 32.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 25% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 58.3% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.55 |
| A level points per entry | – | 34.0 |
| town | Chester | Chester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.firsschool.net | www.thehammondschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Hammond is the larger school with 253 students compared with 144.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Firs School better than The Hammond?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are The Firs School and The Hammond?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Chester and Chester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Firs School: 144. The Hammond: 253. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Firs School and The Hammond rank in North West?
The Firs School is unranked and The Hammond is 432nd of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).