Woodley Primary School, Stockport
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The school excels in early years education with a thoughtful curriculum that helps children develop strong communication and literacy skills. Pupil wellbeing is a clear priority, with dedicated mental health support and daily checks on how pupils are feeling. The school has a warm, welcoming culture where pupils are proud to belong and understand the importance of respect and kindness.
Key Strengths
- Early years provision has improved significantly with well-designed curriculum and strong phonics teaching
- Strong safeguarding culture where pupils feel safe and concerns are actively managed
- Well-established pastoral support including mental health practitioner and daily wellbeing checks
- Pupils develop good understanding of British values and contribute positively to their community through leadership roles
Areas for Improvement
- Achievement levels, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, remain below national averages by end of Year 6
- Teaching is inconsistent and staff do not always adapt activities well enough for all learners
- Persistent absence remains high, especially for disadvantaged pupils
- Low-level disruption and misbehaviour not consistently addressed by staff
- Some pupils have knowledge gaps in reading, writing and number that go unaddressed
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture where all legal requirements are fulfilled and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Drama club, sports club, pottery club, dance club, Spanish club, musical instrument lessons
Woodley Primary School is working to improve its provision across the school. While early years is a particular strength, the school faces challenges in pupil achievement, attendance, and consistent teaching quality.
At a Glance
13.7%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 61% to 73%. Maths has improved from 56% to 69%. Writing has improved from 44% to 66%.
Class Sizes
25.5
Avg class size
24.0
Infant (KS1)
29.2
KS2
13
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
91%
Near capacity
384 pupils
420 capacity
36 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Stockport
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Stockport
Admissions Demand - Stockport
Places available
3,743
Applications
2,960
Got 1st preference
94.4%
Got preferred school
99.4%
Primary admissions across Stockport (2025/26)
Inspection History(13)
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.30119%
Overall absence
12.57485%
Persistent absence
334
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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