Moorfield Primary School
94%
Capacity
396
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Moorfield Primary School
Moorfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 396 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Moorfield Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Paul Anderson, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6417th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 67 in Stockport.
Moorfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 31 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Moorfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moorfield Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cross Country, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Moorfield 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lyndhurst Avenue, Stockport, Stockport, SK7 5HP |
| Headteacher | Paul Anderson |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 396 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 396 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6417th of 13,686
Nationally
921st of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
112
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moorfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Lyndhurst Avenue, Stockport
Stockport, SK7 5HP
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