Ladybridge Primary School
85%
Capacity
161
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About Ladybridge Primary School
Ladybridge 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 161 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 189 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ladybridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Bolan-Ashworth, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12378th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 67 in Stockport.
Ladybridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 10 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ladybridge Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Ladybridge 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 | Councillor Lane, Cheadle, Stockport, SK8 2JF |
| Headteacher | Tom Bolan-Ashworth |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 161 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.5% |
| School Capacity | 161 / 189 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12378th of 13,686
Nationally
1835th of 2,065
In North West
63rd of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
41%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
46
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Councillor Lane, Cheadle
Stockport, SK8 2JF
Journey to School
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