Ladybrook Primary School
Stockport, SK7 2LT · Stockport · primary school
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5th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,499 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.0/10 among them, against 8.8/10 nationally. 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ladybrook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.0 out of 10 among them, against 8.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 241 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
Since the inspection was recent, what specific actions have been taken to maintain the Outstanding rating? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Ladybrook Primary School
Overview
Ladybrook Primary School is described as a "remarkable place" where pupils feel welcome and proud to be part of a "unique and special community." The report highlights that the school delivers an "exceptional" education, with pupils achieving "exceptionally well" across the curriculum and being "overwhelmingly ready for the next stage of their education."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "highly ambitious" and "expertly crafted," ensuring all pupils, including those with SEND, gain the knowledge needed for future success.
- Staff receive "highly effective training" and deliver the curriculum "consistently well," using assessment strategies to address learning gaps before moving on.
- Reading is taught with "complete fidelity" to the chosen approach, resulting in pupils who read with "ease, fluency and expression."
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils developing "excellent communication skills" and a deep sense of social responsibility through debates and charity work.
- Behaviour is "exemplary," and attendance is high due to the school’s proactive support for families.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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
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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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