Marlfields Primary School
Congleton, CW12 4BT · Cheshire East · primary school
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113rd 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 — 0.3/10 against 1,673 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 28.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.09 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| 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.
Marlfields Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 28.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in May 2024. 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 (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Lion Club, play football and multi-skills sports, or take part in dance and crafts. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 177 pupils against a stated capacity of 206. 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 progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific actions are being taken to address the 'Requires improvement' rating? How are class sizes managed with the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Marlfields Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Marlfields Primary School enjoy learning and feel happy, valuing the "warm, supportive relationships" with staff who "really care" about their wellbeing. While behaviour is good and the early years provision is strong, the overall quality of education requires improvement because the curriculum in some subjects lacks clarity, leading to gaps in pupils' knowledge.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well in a "calm and purposeful" atmosphere, striving to be their best.
- The early years curriculum is "well designed," helping children get off to a "positive start."
- Staff teach phonics with "confidence and skill," providing timely support to ensure pupils read with fluency.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported to access the same curriculum as their classmates.
- Pupils are "well prepared for life in modern Britain," valuing diversity and celebrating differences.
Areas to improve
- The school must "finalise its curriculum thinking" in some subjects so pupils develop a "strong body of knowledge over time" rather than gaining only a superficial understanding.
- Subject leaders need sufficient opportunity to check that curriculums are delivered consistently, ensuring pupils do not miss out on important learning.
- Assessment strategies are "underdeveloped"; the school must support staff to identify and address gaps in pupils’ learning and misconceptions.
- The trust and school must ensure full compliance with statutory duties, including keeping key information and training records up to date.
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 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 38% |
| 2024/25 | 28% |
| 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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