The Wilmslow Academy is a mixed primary academy located on Handforth Road in Wilmslow, Cheshire. Catering to students aged 4 to 11, the school has an enrolment of approximately 374 pupils, with a capacity for 420. The school is set in an urban area and serves the local community of Wilmslow and its surrounding regions. The academy operates under the Academies establishment group, which allows for a degree of independence from local authority control. The school's ethos is reflected in its mission to create a nurturing and supportive environment where every child can thrive, promoting values of respect, curiosity, and kindness. The school does not have a religious character, making it inclusive for families from various backgrounds.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Section 8 (did not convert)
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)