Parkroyal Community School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Parkroyal Community School
Parkroyal Community 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 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Parkroyal Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Beaumont, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10214th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Parkroyal Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Parkroyal Community School include Sports Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Parkroyal Community 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 | Lyon Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 6QX |
| Headteacher | Caroline Beaumont |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10214th of 13,686
Nationally
1479th of 2,065
In North West
86th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
52%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lyon Street, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK11 6QX
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