Parkroyal Community School
Macclesfield, SK11 6QX · Cheshire East · primary school
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99th 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 4,255 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Parkroyal Community School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally. The most recent inspection took place in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Orchestra, Running Club, and Language Angels. Sports include Football, Netball, and Cross-country, while Creative Arts Week offers artistic opportunities. Trips visit Safety Central, Macclesfield Crucial Crew, White Hall Centre, and PGL. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 411 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 to bridge the gap between the current 57.0% attainment and the national median of 64%? What specific steps are taken to help the 5.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard progress further? How does the school manage class sizes
What Ofsted said about Parkroyal Community School
Overview
Parkroyal Community School provides a high-quality education where pupils feel safe, happy, and well-supported. The report highlights "strong standard" provision in the early years and inclusion, with "expected standard" outcomes across achievement, behaviour, curriculum, leadership, and personal development. Leaders are praised for their rigorous oversight and positive relationships with families.
Strengths
- Early years provision is of a "strong standard," with leaders being "highly knowledgeable" and ensuring children make "rapid improvements."
- Inclusion is rated at a "strong standard," with leaders swiftly addressing barriers to learning and effectively supporting disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Attendance is "consistently above the national average," supported by targeted pastoral care and a breakfast club.
- Pupils behave well, with staff dealing with "rare incidents of bullying quickly and effectively."
- Staff report "high levels of support for wellbeing and workload," fostering a positive professional culture.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to develop pupils’ writing skills so that more pupils achieve at "greater depth" by the end of key stage 2.
- Leaders should continue to identify and address gaps in pupils’ foundational knowledge in mathematics so that all pupils can achieve well.
- Pupils’ understanding of how money is used is not yet secure, and they do not confidently relate values such as democracy to their own lives.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 37% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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