Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy
Stafford, ST18 9ET · Staffordshire · primary school
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17th 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 — 9.7/10 against 3,899 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 21.0% of pupils, 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 (9.7 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Gaming, Gardening, Fizz, and Pop Science clubs, or play football, basketball, frisbee, and archery. A choir provides musical opportunities, and the school organises a residential visit. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 111 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the residential visit? How does the after-school club structure its day for children staying until 5:00 pm?
What Ofsted said about Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy
Overview
Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy continues to be a good school, where pupils demonstrate strong values and respect for one another. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum and effective support for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, within a safe and trusting environment.
Strengths
- Pupils show "positive attitudes to learning" and behave well, benefiting from a culture where they "respect and look out for one another."
- Leaders ensure all pupils access the same "ambitious curriculum," with teachers providing precise support so pupils can "keep up rather than catch up."
- Early reading is generally strong, with staff accurately assessing progress to ensure pupils move to complex words only "when they are ready."
- The curriculum is carefully designed, allowing pupils to make links in learning, such as using mathematical skills to explore scientific aspects.
- Staff well-being is "well supported by leaders," which has helped reduce workload and fostered a positive working environment.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff teach early reading effectively to address "minor inconsistencies" that prevent some pupils from progressing as well as they could.
- Subject leaders in a small minority of subjects should review curriculums to ensure learning consistently builds on pupils' prior knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with knowledgeable leaders using external agencies to support vulnerable pupils and rigorously applying safer recruitment procedures.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 100% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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