Upton Priory School
76%
Capacity
294
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Upton Priory School
Upton Priory School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 294 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Upton Priory School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kimberley Clarke, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10469th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 91st out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Upton Priory School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 26 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Upton Priory School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Upton Priory 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Berwick Close, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 3ED |
| Headteacher | Kimberley Clarke |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 294 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.6% |
| School Capacity | 294 / 388 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (31 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10469th of 13,686
Nationally
1539th of 2,065
In North West
91st of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
51%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Berwick Close, Macclesfield
Cheshire East, SK10 3ED
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