Pikemere School
118%
Capacity
248
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Pikemere School
Pikemere School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pikemere School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony Hughes, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3951st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Pikemere School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pikemere School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Pikemere 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Pikemere Road, Alsager, Cheshire East, ST7 2SW |
| Headteacher | Anthony Hughes |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 210 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3951st of 13,686
Nationally
571st of 2,065
In North West
40th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
71%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pikemere Road, Alsager
Cheshire East, ST7 2SW
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