Didsbury Road Primary School
92%
Capacity
453
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Didsbury Road Primary School
Didsbury Road 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 453 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 490 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Didsbury Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Collins, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2071st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 67 in Stockport.
Didsbury Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 258 applications for 59 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Didsbury Road Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Didsbury Road 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 | Didsbury Road, Didsbury Road Primary School, Stockport, Stockport, SK4 3HB |
| Headteacher | Gemma Collins |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 453 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 453 / 490 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2071st of 13,686
Nationally
269th of 2,065
In North West
12th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
77%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
258
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Didsbury Road, Didsbury Road Primary School, Stockport
Stockport, SK4 3HB
Didsbury Road, Didsbury Road Primary School, Stockport
Stockport, SK4 3HB
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