Elworth CofE Primary School
Sandbach, CW11 3HU · Cheshire East · primary school
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29th 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 4,206 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Elworth CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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
Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific strategies are in place to support pupil progress? How does the school manage class sizes given the current pupil numbers exceed the designated places?
What Ofsted said about Elworth CofE Primary School
Overview
Elworth CofE Primary School continues to be a "good school," described as a "happy and friendly" environment where pupils are "ready, responsible and respectful." The report highlights strong pupil relationships, effective support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and a curriculum that generally helps pupils build knowledge over time.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "kindness and consideration" towards one another and value diversity, living up to the school’s motto.
- Reading is a "central focus," with a "well-thought-out phonics curriculum" ensuring pupils become "confident and fluent readers" by Year 2.
- Leaders provide numerous opportunities for pupils to develop "leadership skills and their confidence" through roles such as play leaders and sports ambassadors.
- The school "accurately identifies the needs of pupils with SEND early" and provides effective support to help them access the full curriculum.
- Staff are "overwhelmingly positive" about workload management and professional development opportunities.
Areas to improve
- In a few foundation subjects, the curriculum content and the order in which knowledge is taught are unclear, hindering pupils from building on prior learning.
- Assessment strategies in some subjects are not effective enough to identify misconceptions before introducing new content, leading to gaps in understanding.
Safeguarding
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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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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