The Macclesfield Academy

URN: 137064 • Macclesfield SK11 8JR

Overview

Name
The Macclesfield Academy
URN
137064
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mat Galvin (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Park Lane, Macclesfield SK11 8JR

Summary

The Macclesfield Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Macclesfield, Cheshire East, with a current enrollment of 582 students and a capacity of 600. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it aims to provide a supportive and inclusive educational environment for all pupils. The school has a significant proportion of students eligible for free school meals, currently at 25.4%, indicating a commitment to serving a diverse community.

The curriculum at The Macclesfield Academy is designed to foster academic excellence while also promoting personal development and social responsibility. The school emphasizes a balanced education, integrating core subjects with a range of extracurricular activities that encourage student engagement and well-rounded growth.

In addition to its academic offerings, The Macclesfield Academy prioritizes student support and well-being, ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources they need to succeed. The school actively engages with the local community, fostering partnerships that enhance educational opportunities and promote a sense of belonging among students and their families. For more information, visit their website at [The Macclesfield Academy](http://www.macclesfieldacademy.org/).

Key details

LA
Cheshire East
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
582
Boys
297
Girls
285
FSM %
25.40
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
2023-11-30
Last Ofsted
2020-03-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 582 297 285 600 25.40
2024-09-11 582 297 285 600 25.40
2023-09-11 590 314 276 600 24.70
2022-09-11 590 314 276 600 24.70
2021-09-11 597 314 283 600 25.40
2020-09-11 598 305 293 600 20.20

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