Smallwood CofE Primary School
URN: 140894 • Sandbach CW11 2UR
Overview
- Name
- Smallwood CofE Primary School
- URN
- 140894
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SMALLWOOD ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Iestyn Lewis (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01477500362
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Lane, Sandbach CW11 2UR
Summary
Smallwood CofE Primary School is a mixed academy located in Sandbach, Cheshire East, with a current enrolment of 183 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 140. The school emphasizes a strong sense of community, viewing itself as a family dedicated to providing high-quality education. Headteacher Mr Iestyn Lewis highlights the importance of fostering a rich learning environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and adaptability in students.
The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian values, which guide interactions and the overall philosophy of the institution. Smallwood Academy aims to instil a love of learning in all students, ensuring that they are well-prepared for the challenges of the 21st century. The curriculum is designed to engage pupils through diverse opportunities and experiences, with a particular focus on history and geography as key drivers for learning.
Support for students is a priority, with dedicated staff available to assist those with special educational needs. The school actively encourages parental involvement and values the contributions of all stakeholders, fostering a collaborative approach to education within the community. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.smallwood.cheshire.sch.uk.
The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian values, which guide interactions and the overall philosophy of the institution. Smallwood Academy aims to instil a love of learning in all students, ensuring that they are well-prepared for the challenges of the 21st century. The curriculum is designed to engage pupils through diverse opportunities and experiences, with a particular focus on history and geography as key drivers for learning.
Support for students is a priority, with dedicated staff available to assist those with special educational needs. The school actively encourages parental involvement and values the contributions of all stakeholders, fostering a collaborative approach to education within the community. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.smallwood.cheshire.sch.uk.
Useful links
- Governance and The Board of Directors (governance)
- Health - When to send your child to school (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar Follow the link to view our school's calendar (calendar)
- Smallwood CE Primary Academy (other)
- Oak - Year 3 (other)
- Classes (other)
- Admissions and New Starters (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Smallwood CofE Primary School (70.2)
- Wheelock Primary School (70.2)
- Offley Primary School (67.6)
- Elworth CofE Primary School (66.6)
- Wheelock Primary School (63.8)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SMALLWOOD ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 183
- Boys
- 95
- Girls
- 88
- FSM %
- 7.10
- Open date
- 2014-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 183 | 95 | 88 | 140 | 7.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 178 | 92 | 86 | 140 | 8.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 166 | 88 | 78 | 140 | 4.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 166 | 88 | 78 | 140 | 4.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 156 | 78 | 78 | 140 | 4.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 161 | 76 | 85 | 140 | 5.00 |
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