Adlington Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Adlington Primary School
Adlington Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
the school is led by headteacher Steph Swinson, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 230th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Adlington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 10 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Adlington Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (54 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Adlington Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Adlington Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brookledge Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4JX |
| Headteacher | Steph Swinson |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.3% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
230th of 13,686
Nationally
38th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
91%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
54 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
30
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adlington Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Brookledge Lane, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK10 4JX
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