Co-op Academy Clarice Cliff
Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 3DP · Stoke-on-Trent · primary school
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15th of 64 primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent we can score, 71 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.1/10 against 1,241 of them, against 5.6/10 nationally. 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 91 | 35% | 3.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Co-op Academy Clarice Cliff overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in November 2025 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Science Club, Lego, TT Rock Stars, Sketching, Crochet, Puzzle Club, Game Creator, and Nature Club. Sports include Boys Football, Netball, and Girls Football. Arts and music options cover Violins, Choir, Rock Band, and Drama Club. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 373 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Co-op Academy Clarice Cliff
Overview
Co-op Academy Clarice Cliff is described as a school where leaders have established a "deeply inclusive culture" and a "strategic, whole-school approach" to education. The report highlights a "highly positive" behaviour culture and strong attendance, noting that pupils feel they "belong" and are "well prepared for their next steps." While most areas meet a "strong standard," some aspects of achievement and early years provision are at the "expected standard."
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "strong standard," with "highly positive" routines and a culture where pupils "want to attend."
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with teachers making "highly effective choices" that help pupils build "relevant knowledge and skills."
- Inclusion is "at the heart of the school’s work," ensuring pupils with special educational needs and disadvantaged pupils receive "highly effective, tailored support."
- Personal development is "highly effective," fostering a "caring and inclusive ethos" where pupils are "remarkably responsible" and value kindness.
- Leadership and governance are "strong," with leaders making "well-considered and very effective decisions" and governors providing "highly effective support and challenge."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure early years activities are "sufficiently well designed and ambitious" so children consistently build upon existing knowledge.
- Leaders should continue to embed work to help pupils develop a "deep body of knowledge and skills across the curriculum, including in mathematics."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are "made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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