St Ambrose Catholic Primary School
75%
Capacity
187
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Ambrose Catholic Primary School
St Ambrose Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Ambrose Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Glynn, 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 8259th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 67 in Stockport.
St Ambrose Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 12 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 St Ambrose Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, St Ambrose Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Rostrevor Road, Stockport, Stockport, SK3 8LQ |
| Headteacher | Michael Glynn |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.4% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 250 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8259th of 13,686
Nationally
1182nd of 2,065
In North West
37th 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
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
39
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rostrevor Road, Stockport
Stockport, SK3 8LQ
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