Chelford CofE Primary School
80%
Capacity
72
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Chelford CofE Primary School
Chelford CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 72 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 90 places).
Ofsted has rated Chelford CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Brady, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7148th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Chelford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 13 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chelford CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Chelford CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Oak Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 9AY |
| Headteacher | Andrew Brady |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 90 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7148th of 13,686
Nationally
1028th of 2,065
In North West
65th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chelford CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Oak Road, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK11 9AY
Journey to School
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