Bollington Cross CofE Primary School
Macclesfield, SK10 5EG · Cheshire East · primary school
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64th of 114 primary schools in Cheshire East we can score, 124 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,954 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1/10 among them, against 4.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bollington Cross CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Roar Potential and ATS clubs, or take part in football, netball, cricket, swimming, dance, and gymnastics. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 167 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in writing?
What Ofsted said about Bollington Cross CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils are happy and feel safe, trusting adults to resolve problems swiftly. The school provides an ambitious curriculum with high expectations for behaviour and personal development, supported by effective leadership and governors.
Strengths
- Pupils behave very well, listening respectfully and playing happily across different age groups.
- The early years curriculum is "very well designed," preparing children effectively for key stage 1.
- Teachers have "strong subject knowledge" and explain concepts clearly, particularly in early reading and phonics.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) quickly and use appropriate strategies to help them succeed.
- Leaders provide an "extensive extra-curricular programme," including sports, music, and environmental campaigns.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders have not defined carefully enough the knowledge pupils should acquire, meaning some miss essential "building blocks" for future learning.
- In some subjects, teachers do not check well enough if pupils have understood and remembered what was taught, leading to gaps in prior learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong safeguarding culture" and regular training ensuring staff can spot if a pupil is in difficulty.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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