The Macclesfield Academy

URN: 150483 • Macclesfield SK11 8JR

Overview

Name
The Macclesfield Academy
URN
150483
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
THE SIR JOHN BRUNNER FOUNDATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
36.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

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

Summary

The Macclesfield Academy, located in Macclesfield, Cheshire East, is a secondary academy that currently serves 639 students, exceeding its capacity of 600. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, guided by its ethos of "Learning Above All." This ethos underpins the academy's approach to education, encouraging academic excellence and personal development among its students.

The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners, with a strong emphasis on STEM education and extracurricular activities. Recent highlights include participation in national competitions, sports events, and cultural celebrations, which enrich the educational experience and promote community engagement. The school also prioritises inclusivity, as evidenced by its recognition as a shortlisted candidate for the TES Schools Awards 2025.

With a significant percentage of students (27.7%) eligible for free school meals, The Macclesfield Academy actively works to support its diverse student body. Regular events such as open evenings and parent consultations facilitate communication between the school and families, fostering a collaborative community atmosphere. For more information, visit their website at [macclesfieldacademy.org](https://www.macclesfieldacademy.org).

Key details

LA
Cheshire East
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE SIR JOHN BRUNNER FOUNDATION
Capacity
600
Pupils
639
Boys
314
Girls
325
FSM %
27.70
Open date
2023-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 639 314 325 600 27.70
2024-09-11 629 322 307 600 25.60

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