Ivy Bank Primary School
86%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Ivy Bank Primary School
Ivy Bank 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 414 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ivy Bank Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Gill, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9801st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Ivy Bank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 45 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ivy Bank Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Ivy Bank 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 | Valley Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 8PB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Gill |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 480 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9801st of 13,686
Nationally
1416th of 2,065
In North West
84th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 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
Valley Road, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK11 8PB
Journey to School
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