Compare Adelaide School and Springfield School and The Fermain Academy

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Adelaide School (Not applicable) in Crewe; Springfield School (Not applicable) in Crewe; The Fermain Academy (Not applicable) in Macclesfield — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Adelaide School, Springfield School and The Fermain Academy. They are not applicable phase and academy special converter, community special school and free schools alternative provision type located around Crewe, Cheshire and Macclesfield, Cheshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Adelaide School), published Mar 2018. The most recent inspection on record is for The Fermain Academy (Jul 2018). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 350, typical FSM 50–55%, range 25–30%–65–70%; spread across trusts such as Manor Hall Academy Trust and YOUTH ENGAGEMENT SCHOOLS TRUST.

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Attribute	Adelaide School CW1 3DT	Springfield School CW1 5HS	The Fermain Academy SK11 8JF
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location	Crewe Cheshire CW1 3DT	Crewe Cheshire CW1 5HS	Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 8JF
Latest Ofsted	1 13 Mar 2018	1 13 Dec 2013	1 18 Jul 2018
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	84	156	90
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Manor Hall Academy Trust	Cheshire East (895)	YOUTH ENGAGEMENT SCHOOLS TRUST
Website	www.adelaideschool.net	www.springfield.cheshire.sch.uk	www.thefermainacademy.org
Telephone	01270260680	01270691900	01625611001
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Adelaide School

CW1 3DT

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Crewe
Cheshire
CW1 3DT
Ofsted: 1 13 Mar 2018
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Manor Hall Academy Trust
Website: www.adelaideschool.net
Telephone: 01270260680

Springfield School

CW1 5HS

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Crewe
Cheshire
CW1 5HS
Ofsted: 1 13 Dec 2013
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cheshire East (895)
Website: www.springfield.cheshire.sch.uk
Telephone: 01270691900

The Fermain Academy

SK11 8JF

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location: Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK11 8JF
Ofsted: 1 18 Jul 2018
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: YOUTH ENGAGEMENT SCHOOLS TRUST
Website: www.thefermainacademy.org
Telephone: 01625611001

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.