Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery
108%
Capacity
227
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery
Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Lewis, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3173rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 19 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Parkett Heyes Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 8UD |
| Headteacher | Donna Lewis |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 210 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3173rd of 13,686
Nationally
451st of 2,065
In North West
28th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Parkett Heyes Road, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK11 8UD
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