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Schools in SK8

A postcode district in Stockport

  • Postcode district
  • 55 schools and nurseries

In short: SK8 is a postcode district in Stockport with 26 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and 22 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries5526 primary · 10 secondary · 22 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in SK8

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All SK8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in SK8

26 in SK8, best first

Gatley Primary School

Stockport, SK8 4NB · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

92 first choices, 90 offers made

Met the standard at 1193%

England 62%

Days missed
3.5%
Pupils
659
Pupils per teacher
26.2
View school Gatley Primary School

Bradshaw Hall Primary School

Cheadle, SK8 6AN · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

75 first choices, 59 offers made

Met the standard at 1190%

England 62%

Days missed
4.2%
Pupils
472
Pupils per teacher
20.9
View school Bradshaw Hall Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in SK8

10 in SK8, best first

Cheadle Hulme High School

Cheadle, SK8 7JY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

415 first choices, 262 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1659.3

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
1,690
Pupils per teacher
15.4
View school Cheadle Hulme High School

Laurus Cheadle Hulme

Cheadle, SK8 5GB · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

330 first choices, 204 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1658.2

England 46.2

Days missed
7.1%
Pupils
1,054
Pupils per teacher
15.1
View school Laurus Cheadle Hulme

St James' Catholic High School

Cheadle, SK8 6PZ · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results above the England average.

165 first choices, 155 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1652.4

England 46.2

Days missed
6.6%
Pupils
824
Pupils per teacher
18.0
View school St James' Catholic High School
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Nurseries in SK8

22 in SK8, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in SK8

6 in SK8, by the school's Eduscope score

Cheadle Hulme High School

Cheadle, SK8 7JY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

415 first choices, 262 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1659.3

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
1,690
Pupils per teacher
15.4
View school Cheadle Hulme High School

Royal School, Manchester

Stockport, SK8 6RQ · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
11.1%
Pupils
67
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Royal School, Manchester

Inscape House School

Stockport, SK8 1JE · Special · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
17.9%
Pupils
158
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Inscape House School

Special Schools in SK8

6 in SK8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Royal School, Manchester

Stockport, SK8 6RQ · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
11.1%
Pupils
67
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Royal School, Manchester

Inscape House School

Stockport, SK8 1JE · Special · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
17.9%
Pupils
158
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Inscape House School

Private Schools in SK8

5 in SK8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

North West Hospital School

Cheadle, SK8 3DG · Independent · Secondary · Ages 13 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
9
Pupils per teacher
–
View school North West Hospital School

Willow House School

Greater Manchester, SK8 6RF · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 14

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
6
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Willow House School

Cheadle Hulme School

Cheadle, SK8 6EF · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,499
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cheadle Hulme School
The map

Every school in SK8, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Cheadle Village Primary School, GoodEtchells Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasHursthead Infant School, GoodLadybridge Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasProspect Vale Primary School, GoodOak Tree Primary School, GoodThorn Grove Primary School, GoodLum Head Primary School, GoodOutwood Primary School, GoodLane End Primary School, GoodCheadle Catholic Infant School, GoodCheadle Catholic Junior School, GoodNorth Cheshire Jewish Primary School, GoodSt James' Catholic High School, Expected standard or betterGreenbank Preparatory School, InspectedLady Barn House School, InspectedCheadle Hulme School, InspectedRoyal School, Manchester, OutstandingBradshaw Hall Primary School, OutstandingInscape House School, Expected standard or betterWillow House School, Requires improvementCheadle Hulme High School, Outstanding in every areaRoyal College Manchester (Seashell Trust), OutstandingHursthead Junior School, GoodGatley Primary School, OutstandingThe Kingsway School, Expected standard in every areaNorth West Hospital School, GoodMeadowbank Primary School, GoodCheadle Hulme Primary School, GoodLaurus Cheadle Hulme, OutstandingOakgrove School, GoodPear Tree Specialist Support High SchoolBolshaw Primary School, GoodRamillies Hall Nursery, GoodBrookside Pre-School, GoodSt Cuthberts Old School Nursery, GoodLilac Frog Day Nursery, GoodHoneybear Nursery ltd, GoodBusy Bees Day Nursery at Cheadle Kingsway, GoodLittle Peeps, GoodMini MontesaursNursery Rhymes Children's Day Nursery, GoodBusy Bees Day Nursery at Cheadle Hulme, GoodKids Planet Cheadle Royal, OutstandingElm Road Pre-School, GoodGreenbank Daycare Nursery, GoodHeald Green Methodist Pre-School, GoodSwann Lane Pre-School, GoodKids World Nursery & Pre-School, Expected standard in every areaElm Cottage Nursery at Brookfield, GoodFirst Steps Orrishmere Pre-School, GoodGoodwood Lodge Day Nursery, GoodNorth Cheshire Jewish Nursery Education Trust, GoodCheadle Preschool and Day NurseryEarly Learners Day Nursery
  • Outstanding6
  • Good34
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet14
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every SK8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

SK8 has 55 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about SK8

Nearby areas

How many schools are in SK8?

SK8 has 55 schools, including 26 primary schools, 10 secondary schools, 22 nurseries, 5 independent schools, 6 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in SK8?

The highest-ranked schools in SK8 on Eduscope are Gatley Primary School, Cheadle Hulme High School, Bradshaw Hall Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in SK8?

There are 5 independent schools in SK8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in SK8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in SK8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 55 schools in SK8 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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