Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School
110%
Capacity
231
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School
Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Holden, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6105th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 25 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (71 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Stapeley Broad Lane CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Broad Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East, CW5 7QL |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Holden |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.2% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6105th of 13,686
Nationally
881st of 2,065
In North West
61st of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
71 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
77
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stapeley Broad Lane CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Broad Lane, Nantwich
Cheshire East, CW5 7QL
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