Burton Manor Primary School
Stafford, ST17 9PS · Staffordshire · primary school
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155th 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 — 3.3/10 against 2,439 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burton Manor Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024.
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 273 pupils against a stated capacity of 297. 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 have not yet reached the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the higher standard areas?
What Ofsted said about Burton Manor Primary School
Overview
Burton Manor Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as a “warm and welcoming place” where children feel celebrated and develop a “clear love of learning.” Pupils behave well, showing pride in the school’s motto and a strong sense of inclusivity.
Strengths
- Parents report that children are “very happy,” and the school is “incredibly supportive” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is a clear priority; a revised phonics and reading programme is embedded, helping most pupils make “more rapid gains.”
- The curriculum has improved considerably, with teachers using strategies like pupil ‘passports’ to reinforce key skills and build independence.
- There is a “strong personal development offer” with well-established pupil leadership roles and an extensive enrichment programme.
- Staff workload and well-being are well considered, fostering a culture where staff are “more than happy to help and go the extra mile.”
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure early writing foundational skills are securely embedded, as some pupils lack fluency in writing compared to their reading.
- Teachers should more fully address pupils’ misconceptions, particularly regarding spelling and letter formation.
- Leaders need to ensure children in the early stages of communication receive sufficient opportunities to respond to questions and discussion.
Safeguarding
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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
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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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