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Elworth CofE Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Elworth CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Sandbach, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 397 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

397

Pupils

360

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Elworth CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Elworth CofE Primary School is managed by Cheshire East and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 397 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cheshire East before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Elworth CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Elworth, Sandbach, CW11 3HU
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
9.1% of pupils
DfE URN
111256

Other Primary Schools in Sandbach

If Elworth CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sandbach are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Elworth CofE Primary School

Is Elworth CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Elworth CofE Primary School currently has 397 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Elworth CofE Primary School?

Elworth CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Cheshire East before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Elworth CofE Primary School cover?

Elworth CofE Primary School is a primary school in Sandbach, Cheshire East, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Elworth CofE Primary School?

Elworth CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.