Opal Education, Congleton
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Opal Education shows excellent preparation for supporting vulnerable pupils with complex needs. The school has thoughtfully designed its curriculum and environment to help pupils with disrupted education histories rebuild confidence and develop emotional resilience. Staff will be well-trained in SEND support, with typically two adults working with each pupil.
Key Strengths
- Carefully designed curriculum tailored to pupils' needs with focus on emotional development and building trusting relationships
- Strong safeguarding arrangements with designated leads, up-to-date training, and clear policies reflecting recent government guidance
- Well-planned staff recruitment with expertise in SEND support and ongoing professional development programmes
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with designated leads, up-to-date staff training, electronic recording systems for concerns, and policies reflecting government guidance.
Extracurricular Activities
Careers programme with work experience opportunities, physical education in the local community
Opal Education is a proposed independent school for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, typically those with education, health and care plans. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
80%
Available places
8 pupils
10 capacity
2 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Congleton
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Congleton
Admissions Demand - Cheshire East
Places available
4,434
Applications
4,203
Got 1st preference
94.8%
Got preferred school
97.9%
Secondary admissions across Cheshire East (2025/26)
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Opal Education
Buglawton Primary School
Havannah Primary School
Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School
Daven Primary School
Marlfields Primary School
Mossley CofE Primary School
The Quinta Primary School
Black Firs Primary School
Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School
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