The Quinta Primary School
115%
Capacity
481
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About The Quinta Primary School
The Quinta Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 481 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Quinta Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher William Sharpe, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7090th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
The Quinta Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 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 The Quinta Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, The Quinta 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ullswater Road, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 4LX |
| Headteacher | William Sharpe |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 481 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.2% |
| School Capacity | 481 / 420 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7090th of 13,686
Nationally
1021st of 2,065
In North West
64th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
62%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Quinta Primary School
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Contact Information
Ullswater Road, Congleton
Cheshire East, CW12 4LX
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