Queensgate Primary School

A outstanding community school school in Stockport. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Queensgate Primary School.

Stockport, SK71NE Ofsted: Outstanding Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
60.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 71.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
70.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 16.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
5 March 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Albany Road
Stockport, SK71NE

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106072
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Albany Road, Stockport, SK7 1NE
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
250 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
280
Free School Meals
5.5% (15 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.6% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.5%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
4.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
71.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
16.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
111.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
4.4 (13.1 below average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
71.0 (+12.2 vs average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.5 (3.1 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 109.0
2023 110.0 110.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
16 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
31
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
280 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring a love for life and learning"

Respectful Responsible Reflective

Religious Education is a statutory part of primary education. The school follows the Stockport Locally Agreed Syllabus for RE.

Head Teacher's Message

A welcome message from Headteacher Mrs Hitchcock emphasizes Queensgate as a small, thriving school with high expectations, a strong emphasis on outdoor and experiential learning, a long-standing partnership with parents, and a commitment to an inclusive, caring school community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Larks and Owls club

Sports

Football Netball Swimming Boxercise Martial Arts Athletics Dance Gymnastics Outdoor adventure activities Cricket

Facilities

Forest School area in extensive school grounds Forest School sessions Queensgate Farm with hens Extensive school grounds Library Resource unit focusing on inclusion

Curriculum Highlights

English Reading and Phonics Reading for pleasure Maths Science Computing EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) PSHE (personal, social, health, education) History Geography Physical Education (PE) Design and technology (DT) Art and Design Music Modern Foreign Languages Religious Education (RE) Forest School National Curriculum topics with knowledge-based progression Oracy and speaking and listening as core across the curriculum

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Larks and Owls before and after school club. Breakfast is available on request with a wide range of healthy options; hot breakfast served until 8:30am. Opening times: Before School 7:45am–8:45am (£6); After School 3:15pm–4:30pm (£6); 4:30pm–5:45pm (£6). Bookings and payments via the ParentPay clubs module. Direct contact line: 0161 960 0038.

SEND Provision

SEND information report; SEND policy; Accessibility plan. Stockport Local Offer information page. Supported by groups such as National Autistic Society and Autisk community group. CADS support. Team Around the School (TAS) approach with Family Help Co‑ordinator, Family Help Social Worker and School Nurse; safeguarding and early help frameworks.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions to Reception are managed by Stockport MBC with online applications. You can check catchment area by postcode. The Local Authority may allocate places to pupils outside catchment if in-catchment places are not filled. Nursery admissions are also managed by Stockport MBC; a 15-hour place is offered, with details on funding and hours; sessions include Nursery tours by appointment.

Financial Information

Wraparound care fees for Larks and Owls: Before School 7:45am–8:45am (£6); After School 3:15pm–4:30pm (£6); 4:30pm–5:45pm (£6). Breakfast is available on request with hot options until 8:30am. Bookings and payments via ParentPay clubs module. Direct line: 0161 960 0038.

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