St Mary's Church of England Primary School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Faryniarz, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 67 in Stockport.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 26 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, St Mary's Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Broomfield Drive, Stockport, Stockport, SK5 7DR |
| Headteacher | Deborah Faryniarz |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.0% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8796th of 13,686
Nationally
1256th of 2,065
In North West
40th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Broomfield Drive, Stockport
Stockport, SK5 7DR
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