Buglawton Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Buglawton Primary School
Buglawton 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 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Buglawton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Kennerley, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5732nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Buglawton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Buglawton Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (61 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Buglawton Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Buglawton 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 | Buxton Old Road, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2EL |
| Headteacher | A Kennerley |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5732nd of 13,686
Nationally
829th of 2,065
In North West
54th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
61 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buglawton Primary School
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Contact Information
Buxton Old Road, Congleton
Cheshire East, CW12 2EL
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