Holy Trinity CofE (C) Primary School
Burton-upon-Trent, DE14 1SN · Staffordshire · primary school
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166th 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 — 2.3/10 against 2,863 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Trinity CofE (C) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. 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 (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance, Gardening, Culture, and Football Clubs, play hockey, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 174 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Culture Club? How does the after-school club operate on days when the school is closed?
What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity CofE (C) Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that "aspects of the school’s work may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection," prompting a future graded inspection. While the school maintains a welcoming, multicultural environment where pupils feel "happy and safe," significant inconsistencies in teaching quality and support have led to variable pupil achievement.
Strengths
- Staff are described as "kind and caring," with high expectations for behaviour that result in pupils being "polite and respectful."
- Reading is prioritised effectively; phonics is taught daily, and by Year 2, "most pupils are reading with increased fluency."
- The curriculum is enriched by diverse experiences, including visits to a space centre, outdoor residential trips, and a valued "culture club."
- Early years staff provide a "nurturing and caring" environment, successfully supporting children’s fine motor skill development.
- Governors "hold leaders to account appropriately" and staff report that their workload is "well managed."
Areas to improve
- Ensure the expected approach to teaching early writing is applied consistently by all staff to help pupils form letters and write sentences.
- Provide regular opportunities for pupils to develop reasoning and problem-solving skills in mathematics to deepen their understanding.
- Ensure all staff use individualised adaptations consistently to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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