Maple Court Academy
Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 0QD · Stoke-on-Trent · primary school
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52nd 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 — 2.0/10 against 613 of them, against 1.4/10 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 | 35.0 · 5 | 40% | 0.20 |
| 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.
Maple Court Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in cricket clubs, Bikeability, and Chance 2 Shine cricket programs, alongside swimming, football, cricket, athletics, and dodgeball.
Getting in
The published school roll is 431 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in literacy? How are the cricket and sports programmes integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Maple Court Academy
Overview
Maple Court Academy is a primary school where pupils "thrive and learn well," enjoying a positive environment with high expectations. The report highlights a carefully designed curriculum, strong staff support, and effective leadership that has successfully improved the school since its previous inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy and enjoy coming to school regularly," demonstrating polite and respectful behaviour.
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" with a "clear sequence of learning" that flows seamlessly from early years to Year 6.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; staff provide swift support for those falling behind, fostering a "love of reading."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "quickly identified" and receive "high-quality support."
- Leaders and staff work collaboratively, with teachers receiving "high-quality training" and support for workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not deliver the intended curriculum well enough, hindering pupils’ retention of key knowledge.
- Assessment is not always used effectively to check learning, meaning future activities do not consistently match pupils’ needs.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 51% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| 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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