Greave Primary School
101%
Capacity
357
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Greave Primary School
Greave Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 357 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 355 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greave Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennie Williams, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12012th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 67 in Stockport.
Greave Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 152 applications for 44 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
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 Greave Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Greave 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Werneth Road, Stockport, Stockport, SK6 1HR |
| Headteacher | Jennie Williams |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 357 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 357 / 355 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12012th of 13,686
Nationally
1772nd of 2,065
In North West
57th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
43%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
152
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Greave Primary School
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Contact Information
Werneth Road, Stockport
Stockport, SK6 1HR
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