The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 84% capacity.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 51.4 vs national 43.8)
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
51.4
7.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
64%
22.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
20%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
38% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 252
- Capacity
- 84%
Governance
- Local authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Head
- Mr Richard Pollock (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Belmont Hall, Great Budworth, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6HN
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend Cransley School?
Cransley School currently has 252 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Cransley School take?
Cransley School caters for pupils aged 4 to 16.
Where is Cransley School?
Cransley School is in Northwich, CW9 6HN, in the Cheshire West and Chester local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Cransley School have a sixth form?
No, Cransley School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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