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Rushton CofE First School Catchment Area

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

Rushton CofE First School is a academy converter primary school in Macclesfield, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 44 pupils, and a capacity of 35 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–9

Age range

44

Pupils

35

Capacity

126%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Rushton CofE First School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Rushton CofE First School is managed by Staffordshire 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: 44 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 35 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 Staffordshire 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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Rushton CofE First School — School Information

Full address
Sugar Street, Macclesfield, SK11 0SG
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
4.7% of pupils
DfE URN
146594

Other Primary Schools in Macclesfield

If Rushton CofE First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Macclesfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rushton CofE First School

Is Rushton CofE First School oversubscribed?

Yes — Rushton CofE First School currently has 44 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 35 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rushton CofE First School?

Rushton CofE First School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Rushton CofE First School cover?

Rushton CofE First School is a primary school in Macclesfield, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rushton CofE First School?

Rushton CofE First School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.