Bosley St Mary's CofE Primary School
Macclesfield, SK11 0NX · Cheshire East · primary school
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105th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.0/10 against 3,978 of them, against 0.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 0.0 · 0 | 40% | 0.00 |
| 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.
Bosley St Mary's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 0.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 53 pupils against a stated capacity of 56. 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 who are not meeting expected standards in core subjects? What specific steps are being taken to improve attainment following the 2023 inspection? How does the school manage class sizes with the current capacity?
What Ofsted said about Bosley St Mary's CofE Primary School
Overview
Bosley St Mary’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a welcoming environment where pupils feel safe and happy. Leaders provide an ambitious curriculum tailored for mixed-age classes, ensuring high expectations for academic achievement and personal development. The school fosters strong community connections and supports staff well-being, though there is a need to refine how learning is revisited in certain subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a "nurturing environment" where they are kind, inclusive, and motivated by the school’s BEARS values.
- Leaders deliver an "ambitious curriculum" for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with staff demonstrating strong subject knowledge.
- Reading is promoted effectively, with daily practice and targeted phonics support helping pupils become "confident readers".
- The school offers rich enrichment opportunities, such as outdoor learning skills like whittling and visits to cultural sites, enhancing pupils' independence.
- Governors and trustees actively support leaders, helping to manage workload challenges within the small staff body.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure subject curriculums are designed so pupils have "sufficient opportunities to revisit their learning" to prevent forgetting important knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being vigilant in identifying issues and working closely with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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