PrimaryData as of May 2026

St John's CofE Academy

Heath Road, Sandbach, CW11 2LE

Academy sponsor led

Church of England

Pupils

161

Ages

4-11

FSM

20.5%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Inadequate

Sept 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

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Maths

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RWM Combined

N/A

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About St John's CofE Academy

St John's CofE Academy is a primary school in Sandbach, Cheshire East. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2023 inspection). The school has around 161 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Heath Road, Sandbach, CW11 2LE | More schools in Cheshire East

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St John's CofE Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2024 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: St John's CofE Primary School)
Sept 2023 — Inadequate
Sept 2023 — Inadequate (predecessor: St John's CofE Primary School)
Sept 2021 — Requires improvement (predecessor: St John's CofE Primary School)
Feb 2016 — Good (predecessor: St John's CofE Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St John's CofE Academy

What is St John's CofE Academy's Ofsted rating?

St John's CofE Academy received a Inadequate rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

Where is St John's CofE Academy located?

St John's CofE Academy is a primary school in Sandbach, Cheshire East (CW11 2LE).

How many pupils attend St John's CofE Academy?

St John's CofE Academy has around 161 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St John's CofE Academy with other schools?

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