St Paul's Church of England Primary School Brinnington
Stockport, SK5 8AA · Stockport · primary school
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66th 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 241 of them, against 1.6/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Church of England Primary School Brinnington overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Requires improvement in October 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in kayaking, abseiling, rock climbing, and archery. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 363 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are in place to address the areas highlighted in the 2024 Ofsted inspection? How do the outdoor activities like kayaking and rock climbing fit into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Church of England Primary School Brinnington
Overview
Pupils are described as happy, with strong friendships and a sense that adults care for them. While behaviour and personal development are praised, the report states that some pupils do not achieve as well as they should because the school has not clearly defined curriculum expectations in several subjects, including reading.
Strengths
- Pupils follow rules well, behave cooperatively, and are polite and caring towards one another.
- The early years provision is effective, with a well-structured phonics programme and secure relationships between children and adults.
- Staff are confident in adapting the curriculum to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils value extra-curricular opportunities, such as music, residential trips, and Inter Faith Week, which build confidence and self-esteem.
- Governors carry out their statutory duties appropriately, and staff well-being is considered.
Areas to improve
- The school must refine its curriculum in subjects like reading to clearly identify key knowledge and when it should be taught, ensuring pupils develop a secure body of knowledge.
- Assessment strategies in several subjects are underdeveloped; the school must equip staff to accurately identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Support for pupils who struggle to learn to read is not yet effective enough; the school must ensure these pupils receive regular, effective help to catch up.
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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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