Etchells Primary School
84%
Capacity
397
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Etchells Primary School
Etchells 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 397 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Etchells Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Kelly, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6293rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 67 in Stockport.
Etchells Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 48 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Etchells Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Etchells 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 | East Avenue, Cheadle, Stockport, SK8 3DL |
| Headteacher | Stuart Kelly |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 470 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6293rd of 13,686
Nationally
908th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
East Avenue, Cheadle
Stockport, SK8 3DL
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