The Fallibroome Academy
101%
Capacity
1,551
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About The Fallibroome Academy
The Fallibroome Academy is a large mixed secondary school in Cheshire East, currently home to 1,551 pupils against a capacity of 1,535, meaning it is essentially full. Its intake reflects a relatively low level of economic disadvantage: 15.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, compared with a national average that typically sits around 23-24% for secondary schools. The school is clearly in high demand. For entry in 2025/26, it received 563 applications for 240 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.35, and 268 of those applications were first preferences. Of those first-preference families, 236 were offered a place, so the school is a strong first choice for most who apply. The headteacher is Ross Martland, and the school has no religious character.
Academically, Fallibroome is a standout performer in its local authority. Its Progress 8 score of +0.56 is rated 'well above average' nationally and places it first out of 21 schools in Cheshire East, well ahead of the local authority average of -0.17. Pupils achieve an Attainment 8 score of 55.6, and 82.6% secure a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The school's most recent Ofsted inspection, in November 2022, rated it Good across all categories, including behaviour and leadership. This was a downgrade from its previous Outstanding rating in 2013, but the inspection report noted that the school continues to deliver strong outcomes. At A-level, the school's value added score is -0.02, classed as 'average', with pupils achieving an average grade of B- per entry and 18.9% achieving at least AAB.
The school offers a broad range of facilities, including a swimming pool, sports hall, theatre, astro turf, and a dedicated sixth form centre. Sports on offer include hockey, netball, athletics and martial arts, while clubs range from Young Enterprise and DofE to Model UN and Debate. SEND provision is comprehensive, covering areas such as Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Speech, Language & Communication, and Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs. Given its oversubscription, families should be prepared for a competitive admissions process. This is a school that suits families who value strong academic progress and a wide extracurricular offer, particularly those looking for a sixth form with a solid track record. Its location in Cheshire East and strong local reputation make it a natural first choice for many.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Priory Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4AF |
| Headteacher | Ross Martland |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 1,551 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 1,551 / 1,535 (101% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.56)
419th of 3,141
Nationally
41st of 445
In North West
1st of 21
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
41.6
'22/23
38.4
'23/24
37.1
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2362%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 238 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)62%
- FE college30%
- Apprenticeship3%
- Not sustained3%
- Employment2%
- Sixth form college1%
97% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Where school leavers go
2022/2361%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 160 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
34%
Russell Group
43%
Top-third HE
5%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)61%
- Employment19%
- Apprenticeship10%
- Not sustained6%
- Further education3%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Sixth form A-level subjects
2022/23- Psychology60
- Biology54
- Mathematics48
- Business Studies:Single45
- Sociology45
- Chemistry41
- History32
- Economics31
- Media/Film/Tv Studies24
- Geography23
- Physics22
- English Language16
Subjects with at least 3 entries in 2022/23. Number shown next to each subject is the number of pupils who sat that A-level exam — a rough indicator of subject popularity at this school. Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed240
563
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
268 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
School day
Teaching hours
08:50 – 15:30
Source: fallibroome.academy. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Lower than the national median (10%) — mostly English as first language.
Ethnic background
- White British85.5%
- Mixed4.5%
- Asian3.9%
- White (other)3.7%
- Black0.1%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
5
Total schools
5
Oversubscribed
4
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Was this page helpful?
Frequently Asked Questions About The Fallibroome Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Priory Lane, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK10 4AF
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Opening Hours
Parent Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience at The Fallibroome Academy!
Write a Review