St Simon's Catholic Primary School
Stockport, SK7 4LH · Stockport · primary school
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54th 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 4,308 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| 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 Simon's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in August 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 190 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 in 2023, what changes have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about St Simon's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are "warmly welcomed" and feel "happy and safe" due to strong relationships with staff. Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" that prepares pupils well for future learning, with high expectations for academic achievement and behaviour. The inspection confirms that the school maintains a positive culture where pupils, including those with special educational needs, achieve well and demonstrate respect for others.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "well-ordered phonics curriculum" that has successfully addressed previous weaknesses, enabling most to read "confidently and fluently" by the end of key stage 1.
- Staff are "well trained" to deliver the curriculum effectively, using assessment strategies to identify and address gaps in learning quickly.
- There is a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are trained to identify concerns and leaders act "swiftly" to secure support from external agencies.
- Pupils show "high levels of respect and understanding for different beliefs and opinions," contributing to an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
- Governors "know the school well" and make frequent checks to ensure an accurate view of educational quality.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders must ensure teachers know exactly "what to teach pupils and the order they should teach it" so pupils can build a rich body of knowledge.
- Leaders should ensure teachers provide opportunities for pupils to "revisit prior learning" so that they "know more and remember more over time."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff are well trained to identify pupils needing help and that leaders are "tenacious" in ensuring families receive appropriate support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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