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Whirley Primary School

Whirley Road, Broken Cross, Macclesfield, SK10 3JL

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Pupils

213

Ages

4-11

FSM

5.2%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

87.0%

Writing

81.0%

Maths

81.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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About Whirley Primary School

Whirley Primary School is a primary school in Macclesfield, Cheshire East. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 213 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Whirley Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3JL | More schools in Cheshire East

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Whirley Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2022 — School remains Good
Mar 2011 — Good (predecessor: Whirley Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Whirley Primary School

What is Whirley Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Whirley Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Whirley Primary School's latest exam results?

Whirley Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Whirley Primary School located?

Whirley Primary School is a primary school in Macclesfield, Cheshire East (SK10 3JL).

How many pupils attend Whirley Primary School?

Whirley Primary School has around 213 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Whirley Primary School with other schools?

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