Puss Bank School and Nursery
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Puss Bank School and Nursery
Puss Bank School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Puss Bank School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Hammond, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11221st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 98th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Puss Bank School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 40 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Puss Bank School and Nursery include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Puss Bank School and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barracks Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 1QJ |
| Headteacher | Rachel Hammond |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11221st of 13,686
Nationally
1655th of 2,065
In North West
98th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barracks Lane, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK10 1QJ
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