Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Cheshire East 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 180 schools across Cheshire East. Updated with 2025–26 data.

180

Total schools

Outstanding

13%

Outstanding rate

65.4%

Avg KS2 SATs

37.7

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Wilmslow Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Springfield School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	The Fermain Academy Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Ashdene Primary School Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
5.	Gorsey Bank Primary School Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
6.	Rode Heath Primary School Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
7.	Alderley Edge School for Girls Not applicable	—	88	View school
8.	Wistaston Academy Primary	Outstanding	88	View school
9.	Vernon Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
10.	Peover Superior Endowed Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
11.	Wincle CofE Primary School Primary	Good	86	View school
12.	Lostock Hall Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
13.	Handforth Grange Primary School Primary	Outstanding	85	View school
14.	Lindow Community Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
15.	Egerton Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
16.	Goostrey Community Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
17.	Acton Church of England Primary Academy Primary	Good	82	View school
18.	Excalibur Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
19.	Chelford CofE Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
20.	Bridgemere CofE Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Cheshire East?

There are 180 primary & secondary schools in Cheshire East, of which 23 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Cheshire East?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Cheshire East is Wilmslow Preparatory School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Cheshire East?

Primary and secondary school applications in Cheshire East are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Cheshire East council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Cheshire East?

13% of primary & secondary schools in Cheshire East are rated Outstanding and 72% are rated Good. 80.6% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.