Pikemere School
Alsager, ST7 2SW · Cheshire East · primary school
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43rd 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 3,353 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pikemere School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.5 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend a Year 5 trip to Clonter Theatre and can join an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 254 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Pikemere School
Overview
Pikemere School continues to be a good school, described as a place where "everyone is valued" and pupils "love to come to school each day." Leaders have maintained high expectations and developed a "well-thought-out curriculum" that prepares pupils effectively for their next educational stage, despite recent changes in senior leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils are "confident" and "happy," with staff forging strong relationships that ensure children feel safe and behave well.
- The curriculum is engaging, with reading placed "at the heart" of learning; staff deliver phonics well and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively.
- Children in the early years "thrive in a warm and nurturing environment," while older pupils take pride in responsibilities such as the school council and e-safety committee.
- Governors and trustees provide "secure oversight," supporting and challenging leaders effectively while considering staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders have not checked that curriculums are being delivered effectively, meaning assessment strategies are not well developed enough to ensure pupils have embedded previous concepts securely.
- Some older pupils lack a "secure understanding of other cultures and traditions," hindering their knowledge of the world; leaders should deepen pupils' understanding of different faiths and cultures.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with highly trained staff who take swift action to protect pupils and support families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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