Gatley Primary School
98%
Capacity
636
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Gatley Primary School
Gatley 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 636 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 650 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gemma Norman, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 95% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 94th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 67 in Stockport.
Gatley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 206 applications for 90 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 97 were first-preference applications.
Gatley Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gatley Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Gatley 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 | Hawthorn Road, Cheadle, Stockport, Stockport, SK8 4NB |
| Headteacher | Gemma Norman |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 636 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 636 / 650 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (95%)
94th of 13,686
Nationally
13th of 2,065
In North West
1st of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
95%
Expected Standard
32%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
95%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
206
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
97 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hawthorn Road, Cheadle, Stockport
Stockport, SK8 4NB
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