Pownall Hall School
URN: 111481 • Wilmslow SK9 5DW
Overview
- Name
- Pownall Hall School
- URN
- 111481
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Goulbourn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01625523141
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Carrwood Road, Wilmslow SK9 5DW
Summary
Pownall Hall School, located in Wilmslow, Cheshire, is an independent co-educational institution with a rich history dating back to 1297. Originally founded as Wilmslow College in 1895, the school has evolved into a nurturing environment that prioritises academic excellence alongside personal development. With a current enrolment of 311 pupils and a capacity of 338, Pownall Hall offers a supportive community where each child is valued and inspired.
The school follows a mastery level curriculum designed to challenge students of all abilities, ensuring they achieve their full potential. A diverse range of subjects is taught by specialist teachers, including science, arts, and languages, complemented by extensive extracurricular activities. Facilities include a state-of-the-art science laboratory, Boddington Theatre, and ample outdoor spaces for exploration and learning.
Pownall Hall School fosters a strong sense of community, emphasising the importance of relationships between staff and pupils. The ethos of kindness, resilience, and curiosity is embedded in the school's culture, preparing students not only for academic success but also for their future endeavours.
The school follows a mastery level curriculum designed to challenge students of all abilities, ensuring they achieve their full potential. A diverse range of subjects is taught by specialist teachers, including science, arts, and languages, complemented by extensive extracurricular activities. Facilities include a state-of-the-art science laboratory, Boddington Theatre, and ample outdoor spaces for exploration and learning.
Pownall Hall School fosters a strong sense of community, emphasising the importance of relationships between staff and pupils. The ethos of kindness, resilience, and curiosity is embedded in the school's culture, preparing students not only for academic success but also for their future endeavours.
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Nearby alternatives
- Aurora Summerfields School (51.0)
- Wilmslow Preparatory School (39.6)
- Bollin Cross School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 0 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 338
- Pupils
- 311
- Boys
- 167
- Girls
- 144
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 311 | 167 | 144 | 338 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 320 | 176 | 144 | 338 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 255 | 143 | 112 | 260 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 255 | 143 | 112 | 260 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 235 | 137 | 98 | 260 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 247 | 153 | 94 | 260 | 0.00 |
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