The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 58% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (112% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
58%
-4.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 8 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 26 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 2–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 228
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 27.8%
Governance
- Local authority
- Cheshire East
- Trust
- THE ASPIRE EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Sally Veale ( Principal) (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Belgrave Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7TF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmChrist The King Catholic and Church of England Primary School
Primary · 386m away
The Macclesfield Academy
Secondary · 659m away
Park Lane School
Special school · 829m away
Ivy Bank Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
The Fermain Academy
Free school · 1.4km away
All Hallows Catholic College
Secondary · 1.4km away
Parkroyal Community School
Primary · 1.4km away
Hollinhey Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
What is Ash Grove Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ash Grove Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ash Grove Academy?
Ash Grove Academy currently has 228 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ash Grove Academy take?
Ash Grove Academy caters for pupils aged 2 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Ash Grove Academy?
Ash Grove Academy is in Macclesfield, SK11 7TF, in the Cheshire East local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ash Grove Academy have a sixth form?
No, Ash Grove Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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