Cale Green Primary School
99%
Capacity
337
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Cale Green Primary School
Cale Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 337 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 340 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cale Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S McHugh, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11944th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 67 in Stockport.
Cale Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 39 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Cale Green Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 20 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cale Green Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Cale Green Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Shaw Road South, Stockport, Stockport, SK3 8JG |
| Headteacher | S McHugh |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 337 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.4% |
| School Capacity | 337 / 340 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11944th of 13,686
Nationally
1761st of 2,065
In North West
56th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shaw Road South, Stockport
Stockport, SK3 8JG
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