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Schools in SK9

A postcode district in Cheshire East

  • Postcode district
  • 35 schools and nurseries

In short: SK9 is a postcode district in Cheshire East with 15 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 18 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3515 primary · 3 secondary · 18 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in SK9

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All SK9 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in SK9

15 in SK9, best first

Ashdene Primary School

Wilmslow, SK9 6LJ · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

83 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1189%

England 62%

Days missed
3.3%
Pupils
422
Pupils per teacher
21.9
View school Ashdene Primary School

Gorsey Bank Primary School

Wilmslow, SK9 5NQ · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

78 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1188%

England 62%

Days missed
3.7%
Pupils
422
Pupils per teacher
23.2
View school Gorsey Bank Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in SK9

3 in SK9, best first

Wilmslow High School

Wilmslow, SK9 1LZ · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

371 first choices, 352 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.1

England 46.2

Days missed
7.9%
Pupils
2,227
Pupils per teacher
16.9
View school Wilmslow High School
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Nurseries in SK9

18 in SK9, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in SK9

2 in SK9, by the school's Eduscope score

Wilmslow High School

Wilmslow, SK9 1LZ · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

371 first choices, 352 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.1

England 46.2

Days missed
7.9%
Pupils
2,227
Pupils per teacher
16.9
View school Wilmslow High School

David Lewis School

Alderley Edge, SK9 7UD · Special · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
17.0%
Pupils
40
Pupils per teacher
–
View school David Lewis School

Special Schools in SK9

3 in SK9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Aurora Summerfields School

Wilmslow, SK9 2GH · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
47
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Aurora Summerfields School

David Lewis School

Alderley Edge, SK9 7UD · Special · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
17.0%
Pupils
40
Pupils per teacher
–
View school David Lewis School

Private Schools in SK9

4 in SK9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Aurora Summerfields School

Wilmslow, SK9 2GH · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
47
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Aurora Summerfields School

Pownall Hall School

Wilmslow, SK9 5DW · Independent · Primary · Ages 0 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
314
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pownall Hall School

The Ryleys School

Alderley Edge, SK9 7UY · Independent · Primary · Ages 1 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
243
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Ryleys School
The map

Every school in SK9, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Styal Primary School, GoodAlderley Edge Community Primary School, Good or betterLindow Community Primary School, GoodAshdene Primary School, OutstandingSt Anne's Fulshaw C of E Primary School, GoodWilmslow High School, GoodThe Ryleys School, InspectedWilmslow Preparatory School, InspectedPownall Hall School, InspectedDavid Lewis School, GoodThe David Lewis Centre, OutstandingLacey Green Primary Academy, GoodGorsey Bank Primary School, OutstandingThe Wilmslow Academy, GoodHandforth Grange Primary School, OutstandingAurora Summerfields School, GoodSt. Benedict's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, GoodThe Ryleys Nursery, GoodThe Garden Nursery at Wilmslow Prep, GoodPepperberry Day Nursery, Safeguarding not metLittle Bird's Nest Pre-school, GoodThe Robin Room at Woodlands Nursery, GoodBright Horizons Clairmont Day Nursery and Preschool, OutstandingThe House Of Rompa, OutstandingFun Frogs Day Nursery Ltd, GoodAshdene Independent Pre-School, GoodAlderley Edge Pre School, OutstandingThe Little Acorns Day Nursery, GoodRainbow Pre-school (Handforth) CIO, GoodFootsteps Wilmslow, GoodNoah's Nursery, GoodChapel Grange Montessori Nursery, GoodKids Planet The PodLittle Rainbows Day NurserySteppingstones Montessori Ltd
  • Outstanding7
  • Good20
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every SK9 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

SK9 has 35 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about SK9

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How many schools are in SK9?

SK9 has 35 schools, including 15 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 18 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in SK9?

The highest-ranked schools in SK9 on Eduscope are Ashdene Primary School, Gorsey Bank Primary School, Alderley Edge Community Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in SK9?

There are 4 independent schools in SK9. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in SK9 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in SK9?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 35 schools in SK9 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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