Lift Anglesey
Burton-on-Trent, DE14 3LG · Staffordshire · primary school
Check the area around this school
53rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.7/10 against 2,328 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lift Anglesey overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 6.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 621 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
With 9 places currently spare, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education?
What Ofsted said about Lift Anglesey
Overview
Anglesey Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a "caring school that includes everyone" where pupils are "happy, polite and enjoy coming to school to learn." Leaders and staff work collaboratively to create a positive environment, with high expectations for achievement and behaviour.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," "ambitious and thought out in logical order," enabling pupils to "know more and remembering more over time."
- Early years provision is strong, with children getting off to a "flying start" due to prioritised teaching of key knowledge in English and mathematics.
- Reading is a priority; staff deliver the phonics programme well, and interventions help pupils who need support to "catch up" in fluency.
- Behaviour is excellent, with a "calm and purposeful learning environment" where lessons are "free from disruption" and attendance has shown a "marked improvement."
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are "clearly identified" and receive "effective support and guidance" or a "bespoke curriculum" for complex needs.
Areas to improve
- There is "some variability in how well staff check pupils’ understanding in lessons," leading to lost opportunities to address misconceptions. The school should ensure all staff become expert at responding to how well pupils know and remember their learning.
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 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of DE14 3LG, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT