Millfields Primary Academy
116%
Capacity
244
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Millfields Primary Academy
Millfields Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 244 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Millfields Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Parish, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
Millfields Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Millfields Primary Academy include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Millfields Primary Academy 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 | Marsh Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East, CW5 5HP |
| Headteacher | Robert Parish |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 244 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 244 / 210 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marsh Lane, Nantwich
Cheshire East, CW5 5HP
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