The Wilmslow Academy
89%
Capacity
374
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About The Wilmslow Academy
The Wilmslow Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 374 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Wilmslow Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Clowes, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4789th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
The Wilmslow Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 37 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
The Wilmslow Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 7 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (107 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Wilmslow Academy include Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, The Wilmslow Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Handforth Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 2LX |
| Headteacher | C Clowes |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 374 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.9% |
| School Capacity | 374 / 420 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4789th of 13,686
Nationally
694th of 2,065
In North West
46th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
107 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Wilmslow Academy
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Contact Information
Handforth Road, Wilmslow
Cheshire East, SK9 2LX
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