Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
Stafford, ST21 6AU · Staffordshire · primary school
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22nd of 217 primary schools in Staffordshire we can score, 310 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.7/10 against 4,240 of them, against 7.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 72.0 · 71 | 62% | 4.35 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 38% | 3.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 20.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Choir, Cooking Club, Eco Club, and Digital Leaders Club. Sports options include basketball, football, gymnastics, netball, rugby, and tennis. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 287 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils “love to learn and flourish” at this school, which sits at the heart of its community with strong links to the local church. The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and a curriculum that is largely “ambitious and well-organised,” ensuring pupils are well prepared for their next educational stage.
Strengths
- Behaviour is described as “exemplary,” with pupils being “exceptionally well mannered and courteous.”
- The school has a “carefully structured and successful” approach to reading, where staff are well trained in phonics.
- Teachers deliver the curriculum consistently, spotting misconceptions quickly and catering particularly well for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils have “high rates of attendance” because they “love coming to school” and focus well in lessons.
- Personal development is supported through visits, events, and extra-curricular clubs, helping pupils understand “fundamental British values.”
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, the curriculum is not always organised as well as it could be and does not always build in a “methodical way across year groups.”
- The school should ensure all curriculum subjects are planned logically so that pupils’ learning is built upon effectively and they secure new knowledge better.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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