Pear Tree Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Pear Tree Primary School
Pear Tree 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 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Pear Tree Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Casey, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8113th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Pear Tree Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pear Tree Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Pear Tree 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 | Pear Tree Field, NANTWICH, Cheshire East, CW5 7GZ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Casey |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8113th of 13,686
Nationally
1156th of 2,065
In North West
70th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
59%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pear Tree Field, NANTWICH
Cheshire East, CW5 7GZ
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