Vernon Primary School
Clumber Road, Poynton, SK12 1NWOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Vernon Primary School is a primary school in Poynton for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 175 schools in Cheshire East. It ranks 4th of 114 primary schools in Cheshire East. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 May 2024, report published 26 June 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 May 2024
Pupils flourish at this nurturing and caring school. They thrive both academically and socially. The school motto 'Nobody else is quite like me' encourages pupils to celebrate their unique talents. Their happiness is reflected in their exceptionally positive attitudes towards each other. Pupils' behaviour is impeccable throughout the school day. They endeavour to be 'safe, ready and respectful'. Children in the Reception classes learn to listen to each other and to adults. Older pupils spoke enthusiastically about the house points that they receive for their exemplary manners and conduct. The school's expectations of what pupils can achieve are ambitious, including for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils strive to meet these expectations and achieve very well. By the time they leave Year 6, pupils are remarkably well prepared for their move to secondary school. Pupils are very proud to make a tangible contribution to both their school and the local community. They enjoy being members of the eco and safeguarding committees. Children in the Reception Year visit local care homes. Older pupils are planning a 'bug hotel' for the local town centre. The school provides a rich programme of experiences for pupils. Pupils spoke enthusiastically about clubs such as coding and gardening. These experiences enable them to discover new talents.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
47 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
394 pupils on roll, with places for 350
Schools near Vernon Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| Worth Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 65% met the expected standard |
| Lower Park School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Lostock Hall Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 89% met the expected standard |
| Woodford Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jo Carvell
- Phone
- 01625872556
- Address
- Clumber Road, Poynton, SK12 1NW
- Local authority
- Cheshire East
- URN
- 135327
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.