Westmorland Primary School
85%
Capacity
465
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Westmorland Primary School
Westmorland 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 465 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 550 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westmorland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Henderson, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10994th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 67 in Stockport.
Westmorland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westmorland Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Westmorland 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 | Westmorland Drive, Stockport, Stockport, SK5 8HH |
| Headteacher | Martin Henderson |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 465 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.5% |
| School Capacity | 465 / 550 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10994th of 13,686
Nationally
1618th of 2,065
In North West
51st of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
49%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westmorland Drive, Stockport
Stockport, SK5 8HH
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