St Matthew's Church of England Primary School
Stockport, SK3 9EA · Stockport · primary school
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52nd 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 — 2.8/10 against 630 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 19.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.04 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 19.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 201 pupils against a stated capacity of 250. 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 literacy and numeracy? What specific interventions are in place for the 19.0% of Year 6 pupils who did not meet the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about St Matthew's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy learning at this “caring primary school” where staff forge “strong, supportive relationships”. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour, ensuring pupils feel “safe, well cared for and happy”. The school provides a “suitably ambitious and broad curriculum” that helps most pupils achieve well and prepares them for life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- Staff “forge strong, supportive relationships with pupils” and take “prompt and effective action to resolve any bullying issues”.
- Teachers “frequently check how well pupils have remembered their earlier learning” to address misconceptions and build knowledge securely.
- There is a “keen focus on the teaching of early reading”, with phonics starting from Reception and staff trained to identify gaps quickly.
- Leaders provide opportunities for pupils to learn about the “wider world”, including different religions, cultures, and health.
- Governors and leaders look after staff well-being and are committed to securing the “best possible quality of education”.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, pupils do not have enough opportunities to “revisit and embed earlier learning”, leaving some insecure in key knowledge.
- Some early years staff lack the expertise to “deepen children’s knowledge” in certain areas, affecting preparation for Key Stage 1.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong culture of safeguarding” where staff receive regular training and work collaboratively with agencies to support pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 19% |
| 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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