Wincle CofE Primary School
Macclesfield, SK11 0QH · Cheshire East · primary school
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18th 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 3,004 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.6/10 among them, against 8.4/10 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 | 91.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.92 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wincle CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 91.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.6 out of 10 among them, against 8.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Forest School Club, Year 6 booster, and PAS, alongside football, netball, basketball, and dodgeball. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 64 pupils against a stated capacity of 75. 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? What does a typical Forest School session involve for younger children? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 75 available spots?
What Ofsted said about Wincle CofE Primary School
Overview
Wincle CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel "safe, valued and happy" within a strong community. Leaders maintain high expectations, encouraging pupils to "shine like a star," resulting in enthusiastic learners who achieve well and behave with kindness.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "broad and ambitious" curriculum that is continually refined to meet specific needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Teachers are well supported to develop subject-specific expertise, using effective strategies to check and address gaps in knowledge.
- Leaders help pupils develop a "love of reading" through daily reading time, challenges, and engagement from parents and volunteers.
- Staff deal with bullying "swiftly and effectively," ensuring pupils know they can always turn to an adult for help.
- Governors provide "effective support and challenge," while teachers feel valued and supported regarding workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should finalise curriculum thinking in a small number of subjects so teachers are clear about the essential knowledge pupils must learn and remember.
- Leaders should further embed the newly introduced phonics curriculum to ensure all staff understand the approach and all pupils consistently develop the phonic knowledge needed to read fluently.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are vigilant, receive regular training, and leaders take robust action to address concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 91% |
| 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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