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Lindow Community Primary School

Lindow Community Primary School

Cheshire East, SK9 6EHPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

80%

Capacity

167

Pupils

3.2x

Demand

About Lindow Community Primary School

Lindow Community 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 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated Lindow Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas O'Keefe, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3895th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 113 in Cheshire East.

Lindow Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 21 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Lindow Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Lindow Community 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressUpcast Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 6EH
HeadteacherThomas O'Keefe
Local AuthorityCheshire East
Number of Pupils167
Free School Meals (FSM)7.2%
School Capacity167 / 210 (80% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

14 Mar 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)

3895th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

563rd of 2,065

In North West

Top 50%

39th of 113

In Cheshire East

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

71%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 110
Expected:84%
Higher:52%
Writing
Expected:74%
Higher:29%
MathsAvg Score: 108
Expected:81%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +3%

'22/23

68%

'23/24

71%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Resourced Provision
DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyResourced Provision

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
LibraryPlaying FieldsArt StudiosSensory RoomOutdoor PlaygroundMusic RoomsGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

AthleticsFootballTennisGymnasticsCricketSwimming

Clubs & Activities

ChoirDramaScience ClubArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

21

Applications

67

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

17 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lindow Community Primary School

Lindow Community Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01625917269www.lindow.cheshire.sch.uk/

Upcast Lane, Wilmslow

Cheshire East, SK9 6EH

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Upcast Lane, Wilmslow

Cheshire East, SK9 6EH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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