CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC AND CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL in Cheshire, Macclesfield

Education Centre Information: Christ the King Catholic and Church of England Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Cheshire East
Reason Establishment Opened: Result of Amalgamation
Establishment Open Date: 01/09/2009
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic/Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Chester
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 175
Number of boys: 87
Number of girls: 88
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school opened in 1966 to serve the parish of St Edward the Confessor, on the south side of Macclesfield. It is built in a traditional style and offers large playing fields. The school'shares a boundary with parkland, looking towards the Pennine Hills. In addition to all National Curriculum subjects, there are 'many opportunities' for extra-curricular activities including football, netball, lacrosse, rounders, athletics, maths, choir and instrumental tuition. Music is a 'strength' of the school and the choir sings carols in the town centre to raise funds for a children's hospice. Other fundraising activities help Cafod, the Diocesan Good Shepherd Appeal and other charities. Each year, children from Year 6 go on a residential trip and take part in other challenging outdoor activities. The school takes great pride in the way its children help the community, such as entertaining the elderly in residential homes. 'There is a strong Christian ethos in the school and a caring, respectful atmosphere'.