Shavington Academy
Shavington, CW2 5DH · Cheshire East · secondary school
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14th of 22 secondary schools in Cheshire East we can score, 23 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 672 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 4.7/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 42.4 · 43 | 30% | 1.30 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.04 · 53 | 25% | 1.33 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 44.2 · 40 | 10% | 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.
Shavington Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.04 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football, netball, rugby, basketball, dance, badminton, gymnastics, and boxing clubs, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 934 pupils against a stated capacity of 850. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure access for all year groups?
What Ofsted said about Shavington Academy
Overview
Shavington Academy continues to be a good school where pupils enjoy learning and settle in quickly. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, fostering an environment where students become "socially responsible citizens" and feel safe. The school provides an ambitious curriculum and strong pastoral support, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- Pupils are "respectful towards each other" and behave well, with leaders dealing with unacceptable behaviour in an "appropriate and consistent manner".
- The curriculum is "ambitious and aspirational", with all pupils having access to the full suite of English Baccalaureate subjects.
- Staff use assessment strategies "skilfully" to identify and address misconceptions, helping pupils acquire a "deep body of subject knowledge".
- Leaders identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "swiftly and accurately", providing high-quality training for staff to adapt delivery.
- There is a "strong sense of solidarity among staff", who appreciate efforts to reduce workload and support their well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should complete work in "refining and finalising" curriculums in a few subjects so teachers are clear about content, as current gaps prevent some pupils from achieving as highly as they could.
- Leaders must continue efforts to ensure regular attendance, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, who currently do not attend as regularly as they should.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and knowing how to recognise signs of risk and report concerns diligently.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 45.1 |
| 2024/25 | 47.8 |
| 2025/26 | 44.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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