Calveley Primary Academy
112%
Capacity
118
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Calveley Primary Academy
Calveley Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 118 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ray Rudd, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 999th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Calveley Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 15 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Calveley Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Calveley Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Calveley Primary Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Calveley Green Lane, Tarporley, Cheshire East, CW6 9LE |
| Headteacher | Ray Rudd |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 118 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 118 / 105 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
999th of 13,686
Nationally
125th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Calveley Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Calveley Green Lane, Tarporley
Cheshire East, CW6 9LE
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