Nantwich Primary Academy
92%
Capacity
204
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Nantwich Primary Academy
Nantwich 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 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 222 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nantwich Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susan Spence, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9754th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Nantwich Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Nantwich Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Nantwich 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 | Manor Road, Nantwich, Cheshire East, CW5 5LX |
| Headteacher | Susan Spence |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.1% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 222 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (31 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9754th of 13,686
Nationally
1415th of 2,065
In North West
83rd of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
54%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manor Road, Nantwich
Cheshire East, CW5 5LX
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