A TOP performing primary school has been named among the best in the country.

Bexton Primary School in Knutsford has been recognised by The Sunday Times Parent Power 2023 listing as one of the top 200 schools nationwide.

The Sunday Times has published the Parent ranking using Standard Attainment Test Results (SATs) to rank primary schools across the country.

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Headteacher Emily Armstrong said: “We’re delighted to be ranked 107th out of 20,800 primary schools in the nation’s top 200 in the Sunday Times Parent Power league table.

“This is down to the hard work of our staff and pupils and fantastic support of our parents.

“What an achievement!”

Knutsford Guardian: Reception pupils at Bexton Primary School in 2022Reception pupils at Bexton Primary School in 2022 (Image: Bexton Primary School)

Bexton Primary School was ranked the best state-funded school in Cheshire in the Real Schools Guide 2020.

Schools are rated in this guide based upon results, teaching, progress and attendance.