The short version
Average SATs results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2017).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 58% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2017
- 11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, below the national average
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
11%
+3.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
+1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 13 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 152
- Capacity
- 72%
- FSM
- 11.2%
Governance
- Local authority
- Cheshire East
- Head
- Mrs Louise Tottle (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
March 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
June 2013 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
April 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
July 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
February 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
January 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
Wrenshot Lane, High Legh, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6NW
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is High Legh Primary School's Ofsted rating?
High Legh Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend High Legh Primary School?
High Legh Primary School currently has 152 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does High Legh Primary School take?
High Legh Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is High Legh Primary School?
High Legh Primary School is in Knutsford, WA16 6NW, in the Cheshire East local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does High Legh Primary School have a sixth form?
No, High Legh Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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