Marlfields Primary School
88%
Capacity
182
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Marlfields Primary School
Marlfields Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 206 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marlfields Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Claire Sleath, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12655th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 110th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Marlfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
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 Marlfields Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Marlfields 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Waggs Road, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 4BT |
| Headteacher | Claire Sleath |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.9% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 206 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12655th of 13,686
Nationally
1884th of 2,065
In North West
110th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
38%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waggs Road, Congleton
Cheshire East, CW12 4BT
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