Black Firs Primary School

URN: 111045 • Congleton CW12 4QJ

Overview

Name
Black Firs Primary School
URN
111045
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Casserley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Longdown Road, Congleton CW12 4QJ

Summary

Black Firs Primary School is a community school located in Congleton, Cheshire East, with a capacity of 240 students. The school prioritises fostering an environment where children can develop their skills and interests, encapsulated in their ethos of inspiring children to "be their own superhero." The curriculum is designed to encourage mastery, generosity, independence, and belonging, with a strong emphasis on creating confident and engaged learners.

The school offers a comprehensive range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and residential trips, such as an annual visit to the Conway Centre in North Wales. Black Firs also provides a breakfast and after-school club, ensuring support for families with extended care options. The school values strong communication with parents and actively invites their involvement in the educational journey.

Black Firs Primary School boasts modern facilities, including a purpose-built Pre-School, outdoor learning spaces, and sports areas. It maintains good links with local secondary schools, particularly Congleton High School, to support students' transition and development. The school is committed to nurturing each child's potential and fostering a sense of community among students and families.

Key details

LA
Cheshire East
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2014-05-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 240
2024-09-11 240
2023-09-11 240
2022-09-11 240
2021-09-11 240
2020-09-11 240

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