Mersey Vale Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Mersey Vale Primary School
Mersey Vale 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 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mersey Vale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Whitehead, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8104th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 67 in Stockport.
Mersey Vale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 9 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mersey Vale Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Mersey Vale 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 | Valley Road, Stockport, Stockport, SK4 2BZ |
| Headteacher | Catherine Whitehead |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.0% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8104th of 13,686
Nationally
1154th of 2,065
In North West
36th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
59%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
49
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (16% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Valley Road, Stockport
Stockport, SK4 2BZ
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