Egerton Primary School
110%
Capacity
230
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Egerton Primary School
Egerton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Egerton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Lowe, 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 940th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Egerton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Egerton Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Egerton 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bexton Road, Egerton Primary School, Knutsford, Cheshire East, WA16 0EE |
| Headteacher | Caroline Lowe |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
940th of 13,686
Nationally
117th of 2,065
In North West
11th 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
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities 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
109
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bexton Road, Egerton Primary School, Knutsford
Cheshire East, WA16 0EE
Bexton Road, Egerton Primary School, Knutsford
Cheshire East, WA16 0EE
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