The Fallibroome Academy
Macclesfield, SK10 4AF · Cheshire East · secondary school
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4th 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 770 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2/10 among them, against 7.9/10 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 | 55.6 · 74 | 30% | 2.23 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.56 · 86 | 25% | 2.16 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 51.7 · 76 | 10% | 0.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Fallibroome Academy overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. In 2024/25, 55.8% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.56 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3 out of 10 among them, against 8.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join 3D Printing, Chess, and Code Clubs, or participate in American Football, Hockey, and the Brass Band. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,532 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,538. 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 maintain progress scores above the national baseline? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their attainment in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about The Fallibroome Academy
Overview
The Fallibroome Academy is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, maintaining high standards since its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating. Pupils enjoy a respectful community where leaders prioritise well-being, resulting in excellent behaviour and strong academic achievement through a well-designed curriculum.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an “ambitious and well-thought-out curriculum” delivered skilfully by staff, enabling pupils to develop a “suitably deep body of subject knowledge”.
- Pupils demonstrate “excellent behaviour” with “low-level disruption” being rare; they treat each other with respect and feel safe.
- There is a “thorough and effective” personal development programme, including specialist teaching on sensitive topics and mental health support.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is accurate, with strategies that are “particularly strong” for those with education, health and care plans.
- Leaders provide a “strong programme of careers advice and guidance” and ensure staff feel well supported regarding workload and training.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must improve attendance rates for disadvantaged pupils, as regular absence negatively impacts their learning and achievement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear systems for recording concerns and timely reporting by staff.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 55.6 |
| 2024/25 | 53.4 |
| 2025/26 | 51.7 |
| 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
—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
- 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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