Lum Head Primary School
77%
Capacity
223
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Lum Head Primary School
Lum Head 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 223 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lum Head Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Phil Ryan, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3714th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 67 in Stockport.
Lum Head Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 21 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Lum Head Primary School include Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Lum Head 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 | Troutbeck Road, Cheadle, Stockport, SK8 4RR |
| Headteacher | Phil Ryan |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.6% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 291 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (31 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3714th of 13,686
Nationally
526th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
71%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
113
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (14% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Troutbeck Road, Cheadle
Stockport, SK8 4RR
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