Nether Alderley Primary School
90%
Capacity
94
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Nether Alderley Primary School
Nether Alderley 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 94 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Nether Alderley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Craven, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7934th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Nether Alderley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 15 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nether Alderley Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Nether Alderley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bradford Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4TR |
| Headteacher | Richard Craven |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.4% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 105 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7934th of 13,686
Nationally
1130th of 2,065
In North West
68th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
60%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bradford Lane, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK10 4TR
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