The Queen's School
Chester, Cheshire · CH1 2NN
The Queen's School is an independent all-girls day school in Chester city centre serving ages 3–18. It emphasizes academic excellence within a nurturing, empowering environment specifically designed for girls' education. The school offers a holistic curriculum spanning academics, co-curricular pursuits, sports, and arts, positioning itself as the leading independent girls' school in the North West.
- →All-girls environment designed to build confidence and academic achievement
- →Strong holistic education combining academics with extensive co-curricular and sports opportunities
- →City-centre location in Chester with excellent facilities
- →Emphasis on pastoral care and girls' wellbeing in a single-sex setting
Who thrives here
Ambitious girls who value academic challenge combined with a supportive, empowering community. Pupils thrive in an environment that celebrates both scholarly achievement and diverse extracurricular interests.
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Contact & visit
City Walls Road
Chester, Cheshire
CH1 2NN
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The Queen's School?
Day fees at The Queen's School are approximately £21,492 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into The Queen's School?
The Queen's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are The Queen's School's exam results?
At The Queen's School, 45.5% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 53.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is The Queen's School a boarding school?
The Queen's School is a day school in Chester and does not offer boarding.
What is The Queen's School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated The Queen's School “Excellent” (2017).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Empowering, nurturing environment where girls flourish personally and academically
✓Bountiful extracurricular opportunities catering to diverse interests
✓Strong pastoral care and girls-centred education ethos
✓Excellent facilities in city-centre location
✓Holistic approach combining academics with sports, arts, and leadership development
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited independent verification of standards.