Best 3 Primary schools in Wilmslow – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Handforth Grange Primary School (Primary) in Wilmslow; Gorsey Bank Primary School (Primary) in Wilmslow; Ashdene Primary School (Primary) in Wilmslow — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Handforth Grange Primary School, Gorsey Bank Primary School and Ashdene Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Wilmslow, Cheshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Handforth Grange Primary School), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Handforth Grange Primary School (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 400, combined total ≈ 1,200, typical FSM 5–10%, range 0–5%–10–15%; spread across trusts such as FRANK FIELD EDUCATION TRUST and The Laurus Trust.

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Attribute	Handforth Grange Primary School SK9 3NG	Gorsey Bank Primary School SK9 5NQ	Ashdene Primary School SK9 6LJ
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Community school
Location	Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 3NG	Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 5NQ	Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 6LJ
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Mar 2024	1 2 Jul 2023	1 23 Apr 2019
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	315	420	420
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	FRANK FIELD EDUCATION TRUST	The Laurus Trust	Cheshire East (895)
Website	handforthgrange.com	gorseybank.org.uk	www.ashdene.cheshire.sch.uk
Telephone	01625526566	01625468040	01625917335
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Handforth Grange Primary School

SK9 3NG

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 3NG
Ofsted: 1 17 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: FRANK FIELD EDUCATION TRUST
Website: handforthgrange.com
Telephone: 01625526566

Gorsey Bank Primary School

SK9 5NQ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5NQ
Ofsted: 1 2 Jul 2023
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Laurus Trust
Website: gorseybank.org.uk
Telephone: 01625468040

Ashdene Primary School

SK9 6LJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 6LJ
Ofsted: 1 23 Apr 2019
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cheshire East (895)
Website: www.ashdene.cheshire.sch.uk
Telephone: 01625917335

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.