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Where is Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery located?

Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery is located in Macclesfield, Cheshire, North West, SK11 8UD.

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Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery

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In terms of academic performance, Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery has 73% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 107 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 0.0%, 44% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.9%.

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OfstedGood · 2024KS2 expected73%Attendance94.1%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid54% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 107 pupils
SEN support: 26% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 73% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 26% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 53/100

Average surroundings

Air quality57/100

Transport access50/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery

At Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

83% met the expected standard in reading and 90% in maths.

Attendance at Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery

Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery has an overall absence rate of 5.9%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery

The teacher turnover rate at Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery is 0.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery

Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery has 107 pupils on roll.

44% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

26% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery Ofsted Rating: Good

Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Broken Cross Primary Academy and Nursery's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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