Smallwood CofE Primary School
URN: 111257 • Sandbach CW11 2UR
Overview
- Name
- Smallwood CofE Primary School
- URN
- 111257
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Boo Edleston (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- School Lane, Sandbach CW11 2UR
Summary
Smallwood CofE Primary School, located in Sandbach, Cheshire East, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a capacity of 112 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their best. With a strong emphasis on faith, the school integrates Christian values into its educational approach, promoting a sense of community and belonging among students, staff, and families.
The curriculum at Smallwood is designed to inspire a love of learning and includes a robust history programme that encourages students to explore both local and global contexts. The school aims to equip children with essential skills such as critical thinking and creativity, ensuring they are prepared for the challenges of the 21st century. History, alongside geography, serves as a key driver for half-termly topics, facilitating a coherent and engaging learning experience.
Support for students is a priority at Smallwood, with dedicated staff, including a Special Educational Needs (SEN) contact, ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to thrive. The school actively promotes parental involvement and community engagement, reinforcing its commitment to a collaborative educational environment.
The curriculum at Smallwood is designed to inspire a love of learning and includes a robust history programme that encourages students to explore both local and global contexts. The school aims to equip children with essential skills such as critical thinking and creativity, ensuring they are prepared for the challenges of the 21st century. History, alongside geography, serves as a key driver for half-termly topics, facilitating a coherent and engaging learning experience.
Support for students is a priority at Smallwood, with dedicated staff, including a Special Educational Needs (SEN) contact, ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to thrive. The school actively promotes parental involvement and community engagement, reinforcing its commitment to a collaborative educational environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wheelock Primary School (70.2)
- Offley Primary School (67.6)
- Elworth CofE Primary School (66.6)
- Wheelock Primary School (63.8)
- Brereton CofE Primary School (63.6)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 112
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2007-12-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 112 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 112 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 112 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 112 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 112 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 112 |
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