The Macclesfield Academy

About The Macclesfield Academy

The Macclesfield Academy is a school that puts 'Learning Above All'. We have a small size and a blend of new and experienced staff, which allows us to deliver outstanding academic results and make sure every child is known and valued.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr. Mat Galvin

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.0

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

37.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily D. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

We've had an absolutely wonderful experience at The Macclesfield Academy! The facilities are fantastic, and our child has loved participating in the extracurricular activities, especially the rowing team. We appreciate the school's values of inclusivity and respect, which are evident in the way the students and staff work together.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie G. Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

Our experience at The Macclesfield Academy has been mixed. On the positive side, our child enjoys the school's uniform and the sense of community among the students. However, we've had some concerns about the workload and the support for students with special needs. We're hoping that the school will address these issues in the future.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Ralph S. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"Supportive Community"

My children attended The Macclesfield Academy from Year 7 to Year 11 and had a great experience. The school's community is very supportive, and the teachers were always available to help with any questions or concerns. We appreciated the emphasis on STEM subjects and the opportunities for students to participate in competitions and events.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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