Rainow Primary School

URN: 111203 • Macclesfield SK10 5UB

Overview

Name
Rainow Primary School
URN
111203
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
74.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Norris (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01625572021
Website
Visit
Address
Round Meadow, Macclesfield SK10 5UB

Summary

Rainow Primary School is a mixed community school located in Macclesfield, Cheshire East, with a current enrolment of 187 pupils and a capacity of 189. The school aims to foster a caring and supportive environment, encouraging students to become life-long learners who work hard and achieve their potential. In its recent Ofsted inspection in December 2024, the school was rated as 'Outstanding' in all areas.

The curriculum at Rainow Primary School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a variety of extracurricular activities including sports, music, and STEM clubs. The school also offers breakfast and after-school clubs to support working families. For younger students, free fruit and milk are provided, while all infant children are entitled to free school meals.

The school promotes a sense of community and belonging, encouraging parents to engage through initiatives like the Friends of Rainow School PTA. Uniform is encouraged but not compulsory, allowing families flexibility in clothing choices. Overall, Rainow Primary School strives to create a nurturing environment that supports both academic and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Cheshire East
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
189
Pupils
187
Boys
94
Girls
93
FSM %
5.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 187 94 93 189 5.30
2024-09-11 185 92 93 189 4.90
2023-09-11 188 98 90 189 5.90
2022-09-11 188 98 90 186 5.90
2021-09-11 189 94 95 189 5.30
2020-09-11 180 91 89 189 3.90

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