Vernon Primary School
109%
Capacity
382
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Vernon Primary School
Vernon Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 382 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 350 places).
the school is led by headteacher Jo Carvell, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2714th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Vernon Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 55 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 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 Vernon Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Vernon 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Clumber Road, Poynton, Cheshire East, SK12 1NW |
| Headteacher | Jo Carvell |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.5% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 350 (109% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2714th of 13,686
Nationally
376th of 2,065
In North West
25th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
75%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
140
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clumber Road, Poynton
Cheshire East, SK12 1NW
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