Sandbach School

URN: 137491 • Sandbach CW11 3NS

Overview

Name
Sandbach School
URN
137491
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
SANDBACH SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Burns (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01270758870
Website
Visit
Address
Crewe Road, Sandbach CW11 3NS

Summary

Sandbach School, located in Sandbach, Cheshire East, is a boys' secondary free school with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1677. The school has occupied its current site since 1851, featuring original buildings designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott. Sandbach School has a capacity of 1,500 pupils and currently serves 1,499 students, with 14.1% eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity.

The school prides itself on a traditional educational ethos, aiming to develop compassion, aspiration, and resilience in its students. Sandbach School offers a strong academic curriculum, with a reputation for high GCSE performance compared to national averages. In addition to academics, the school provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, fostering a balanced approach to education and personal development.

Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Sarah Burns, Sandbach School emphasizes the importance of community and personal growth, encouraging students to cultivate their talents and become valuable members of society. The school remains dedicated to supporting each student's ambitions and ensuring their success both academically and personally.

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Key details

LA
Cheshire East
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SANDBACH SCHOOL
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1499
Boys
1443
Girls
56
FSM %
14.10
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1499 1443 56 1500 14.10
2024-09-11 1507 1459 48 1500 13.40
2023-09-11 1495 1459 36 1450 11.10
2022-09-11 1495 1459 36 1500 11.10
2021-09-11 1412 1389 23 1300 9.50
2020-09-11 1343 1332 11 1300 7.70

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