St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Stockport, SK5 8AR · Stockport · primary school
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47th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 2.6/10 against 1,144 of them, against 2.1/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| 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.
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club, alongside the Brinnington Out of School Club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 212 pupils against a stated capacity of 238. 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 activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a caring environment where pupils are happy and proud. The report highlights a broad and balanced curriculum with high expectations for achievement, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs. While most pupils achieve well and behave respectfully, the inspection identified specific areas regarding vocabulary instruction and attendance that require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as happy, with supportive staff helping them manage worries and fostering a sense of belonging.
- The curriculum is well-designed from the early years, ensuring children build firm foundations for ambitious learning.
- Staff possess strong subject knowledge and effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is a clear priority, with a curriculum built around diverse texts that inspires a love of reading and develops confident readers.
- Pupils benefit from a wide variety of extra-curricular experiences, including trips and clubs that enhance their learning and personal development.
Areas to improve
- Staff must refine how they introduce and explain terminology, including subject-specific vocabulary, to prevent misunderstandings and deepen pupils’ knowledge.
- The school should strengthen attendance strategies and its approach to working with parents to reduce the stubbornly high levels of persistent absence and lateness.
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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