St Peter's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Peter's Catholic Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Kevin Platt, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1014th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 67 in Stockport.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 29 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (110 responses).
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 St Peter's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, St Peter's 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Catholic |
| Address | Carisbrooke Avenue, Stockport, Stockport, SK7 5PL |
| Headteacher | Kevin Platt |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.3% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1014th of 13,686
Nationally
128th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
110 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Carisbrooke Avenue, Stockport
Stockport, SK7 5PL
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