Eden School
URN: 143531 • Macclesfield SK10 3LQ
Overview
- Name
- Eden School
- URN
- 143531
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jen Lamidey (since 2025) , Lead
- Telephone
- 01625501074
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 76 Chelford Road, Macclesfield SK10 3LQ
Summary
Eden School is an independent special school located in Macclesfield, Cheshire East, catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 16 pupils aged 6-16 with autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school prioritises creating a nurturing and supportive environment where every child feels a sense of belonging. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Jen Lamidey, focuses on understanding each pupil's unique needs and interests, fostering trust and respect within the school community.
The curriculum at Eden School is bespoke and tailored to individual learning requirements, promoting engagement and academic success. It incorporates cross-curricular teaching methods and utilises digital technology, such as iPads and film-making tools, to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, the school places a strong emphasis on emotional literacy and social skills development, ensuring that pupils are equipped to self-regulate their behaviours and take responsibility for their own learning.
Outdoor education is a key component of the school's approach, allowing pupils to engage with the wider community and develop essential life skills. This holistic focus on well-being and personal growth contributes to a positive school culture, where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially.
The curriculum at Eden School is bespoke and tailored to individual learning requirements, promoting engagement and academic success. It incorporates cross-curricular teaching methods and utilises digital technology, such as iPads and film-making tools, to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, the school places a strong emphasis on emotional literacy and social skills development, ensuring that pupils are equipped to self-regulate their behaviours and take responsibility for their own learning.
Outdoor education is a key component of the school's approach, allowing pupils to engage with the wider community and develop essential life skills. This holistic focus on well-being and personal growth contributes to a positive school culture, where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially.
Useful links
- Events (calendar)
- Fostering Statement of Purpose (download)
- View latest Ofsted report (download)
- Download the 2025/26 Term Times (download)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- View policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Can I foster? (other)
- View Term Times (other)
- 01625 501074 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Fermain Academy (52.8)
- Park Lane School (50.2)
- The King's School In Macclesfield (48.7)
- Macclesfield Preparatory School (45.2)
- St Bride's School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire East
- Age range
- 6 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 16
- Pupils
- 16
- Boys
- 13
- Girls
- 3
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2017-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cheshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 16 | 13 | 3 | 16 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 16 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 16 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 16 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0.00 |
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