Whitehill Primary School
76%
Capacity
189
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Whitehill Primary School
Whitehill 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 189 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitehill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steven Hall, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10519th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 67 in Stockport.
Whitehill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 20 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 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 Whitehill Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Whitehill 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 | Whitehill Street West, Stockport, Stockport, SK4 1PB |
| Headteacher | Steven Hall |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.3% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 250 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10519th of 13,686
Nationally
1544th of 2,065
In North West
49th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
50%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
60
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whitehill Street West, Stockport
Stockport, SK4 1PB
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