Christ The King Catholic and Church of England Primary School
Macclesfield, SK11 7SF · Cheshire East · primary school
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45th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.1/10 against 1,785 of them, against 5.8/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 62% | 5.39 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ The King Catholic and Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a Catch-up Club and School Council, alongside a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 84 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 who have not yet reached the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the Catch-up Club sessions?
What Ofsted said about Christ The King Catholic and Church of England Primary School
Overview
Christ The King Catholic and Church of England Primary School is a welcoming academy where leaders hold "high ambition for pupils," including those with special educational needs and disabilities. The report describes a school where pupils are "well mannered, courteous and considerate," contributing to a calm environment where children feel happy and strive to succeed.
Strengths
- Teachers effectively check understanding in core subjects, ensuring pupils leave Year 6 with the necessary knowledge for secondary school.
- A "carefully constructed phonics programme" delivered by well-trained staff helps new arrivals and those learning English as an additional language become confident readers quickly.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of experiences, including clubs and outdoor learning, which develop their talents, responsibility, and teamwork skills.
- The trust evaluates the school’s quality effectively, providing accurate support and considering staff workload and well-being in decision-making.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teachers do not teach essential curriculum knowledge in sufficient depth, leaving some pupils’ knowledge insecure.
- Too many pupils do not attend school regularly enough, which limits their learning; the school must establish more consistent systems to ensure regular attendance.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 35% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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
—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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