Underwood West Academy
114%
Capacity
504
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Underwood West Academy
Underwood West Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 504 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 442 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Underwood West Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Jones, 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 11097th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 96th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Underwood West Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 59 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Underwood West Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (18 responses).
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 Underwood West Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Underwood West 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Newcastle Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 3LF |
| Headteacher | Laura Jones |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 504 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.6% |
| School Capacity | 504 / 442 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11097th of 13,686
Nationally
1632nd of 2,065
In North West
96th 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
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Underwood West Academy
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Contact Information
Newcastle Street, Crewe
Cheshire East, CW1 3LF
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