Wistaston Church Lane Academy
100%
Capacity
432
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Wistaston Church Lane Academy
Wistaston Church Lane Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheshire East community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 432 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 433 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wistaston Church Lane Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cathy Elsley, it falls under Cheshire East local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 338th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 113 in Cheshire East.
Wistaston Church Lane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Wistaston Church Lane Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (107 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wistaston Church Lane Academy include Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire East, Wistaston Church Lane 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW2 8EZ |
| Headteacher | Cathy Elsley |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 433 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
338th of 13,686
Nationally
55th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 113
In Cheshire East
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
90%
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
9Facilities 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
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Crewe
Cheshire East, CW2 8EZ
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