Ladybridge Primary School
Cheadle, SK8 2JF · Stockport · primary school
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59th of 70 primary schools in Stockport we can score, 85 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.9/10 against 1,673 of them, against 1.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ladybridge Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 150 pupils against a stated capacity of 189. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Ladybridge Primary School
Overview
Leaders provide a "calm and nurturing school environment where pupils thrive," fostering strong relationships with families and high expectations for behaviour. The school delivers a "well-ordered curriculum" with clear sequencing, resulting in pupils who are "independent, successful learners" and fluent readers. Overall effectiveness is judged as Good, reflecting significant improvement from the previous inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils feel "safe and cared for," with leaders being "swift to deal with bullying" and staff maintaining high expectations.
- The curriculum is coherent and well-sequenced, allowing teachers to "build securely on what pupils have learned and remembered."
- Reading is a distinct strength, with pupils developing as "fluent, successful readers" and early years children being "enthusiastic when learning phonics."
- Staff possess "secure subject knowledge" and use "astute questioning" to check understanding, ensuring pupils achieve well.
- Personal development is prioritised, with pupils taking initiative in community projects and understanding "democratic processes."
Areas to improve
- Teachers must identify and address "repeated spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors" in independent writing to ensure pupils secure their knowledge.
- Leaders should strengthen curriculum organisation to provide "carefully ordered opportunities" for developing spiritual, moral, social and cultural (SMSC) understanding, as some pupils do not remember key aspects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with clear procedures, updated staff training, and an electronic system for reporting concerns that is followed up "in a timely way."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 33% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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