Cransley School
School summary
A small independent school of around 252 pupils, Cransley School in Northwich has educated children across Cheshire West and Chester since 1930. It takes pupils from age 4 through to 16, with a recognised entry point at 11, and follows a non-denominational ethos. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school "good" overall and "excellent" for pupil personal development, with all compliance standards met. Its modest scale tends to suit families who value an environment where children are known as individuals.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 7 November 2023
Teaching & academics
Cransley follows a GCSE pathway, with a broad spread of popular subjects including the sciences, mathematics, English language and literature, history, business studies and creative options such as fine art and food technology. A notably high proportion of pupils receive some form of SEN support, around a third of the roll, which points to a school accustomed to adapting its teaching to varied learning needs. The ISI's "good" rating reflects sound provision delivered on a small, personal scale.
GCSE subjects
Head · Mr Richard Pollock
Beyond the classroom
Physical education and sports studies feature prominently among GCSE choices, suggesting that sport holds a meaningful place in school life. The inspectorate's "excellent" judgement for personal development indicates strong attention to pupils' wider growth alongside the classroom.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1930
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 32.94%
- EHC plans
- 4.76%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £8,304 - £11,514
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.