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Rainow Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rainow Primary School is a community primary school in Macclesfield, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 187 pupils, and a capacity of 189 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

187

Pupils

189

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Rainow Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Rainow Primary School is set by Cheshire East and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Cheshire East catchment area documents →

Rainow Primary School — School Information

Full address
Round Meadow, Rainow, Macclesfield, SK10 5UB
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
5.3% of pupils
DfE URN
111203

Other Primary Schools in Macclesfield

If Rainow Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Macclesfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rainow Primary School

Is Rainow Primary School oversubscribed?

Rainow Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 189 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Rainow Primary School?

Admission to Rainow Primary School is managed by Cheshire East. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Rainow Primary School cover?

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