Holmes Chapel Primary School
Crewe, CW4 7EB · Cheshire East · primary school
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80th 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 3,124 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3/10 among them, against 4.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| 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.
Holmes Chapel Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in hockey, gymnastics, dance, tennis, dodgeball, swimming, netball, and athletics, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 401 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Holmes Chapel Primary School
Overview
Pupils are “very proud to attend” this school, where they are “kind, safe and respectful” in all that they do. The inspection found that pupils achieve well and leave “well prepared for the next stage in their education,” supported by an “ambitious curriculum” and strong leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exemplary,” creating a “purposeful atmosphere” where they are ready to learn and value one another’s thoughts.
- The curriculum is carefully designed to help pupils commit knowledge to their “long-term memory,” with staff using checks to identify appropriate next steps.
- Early reading and phonics are a high priority, with most pupils reading with “fluency and expression” by the end of Year 6.
- Pupils develop strong personal skills through a “well thought out” personal, social and health education curriculum and opportunities for leadership, such as organising charity events.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities early, making adaptations so they can “access the same learning as their peers.”
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure that a small number of pupils who struggle to keep up with the phonics programme receive “timely and effective support matched to their needs” to learn to read accurately and fluently.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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