Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 3JD · Stoke-on-Trent · secondary school
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6th of 14 secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent we can score, 15 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 — 3.6/10 against 508 of them, against 2.2/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 36.7 · 29 | 30% | 0.87 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.65 · 10 | 25% | 0.25 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 42.3 · 30 | 10% | 0.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 41.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.65 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than nationally matched peers. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join chess, cookery, Lego, tennis, and fitness clubs. Trips include Wimbledon, Premier League football matches, international sporting events, opera, and theatre. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,175 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,080. 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 provided for pupils with a negative Progress 8 score? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy
Overview
Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy continues to be a good school where pupils feel cared for in an inclusive environment. The curriculum is described as "well sequenced and ambitious," with staff supporting pupils to achieve their potential through high expectations and targeted interventions. However, the report highlights inconsistencies in how teachers consolidate learning and manage behaviour for a minority of pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with increasing numbers of pupils completing the EBacc suite of subjects.
- Leaders have "prioritised reading," providing effective interventions and carefully selected books that address diversity and social challenges.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum as their peers, supported by the "thrive centre" and tailored strategies.
- The extra-curricular programme is extensive, offering activities like sports, music, and international trips for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Staff feel "well supported by leaders" and appreciate opportunities for collaboration, while governors maintain effective oversight of school improvement.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must routinely check that pupils are consolidating learning to rectify misconceptions and support those who find work too easy, ensuring no pupil is left behind.
- Leaders need to systematically analyse behaviour data to understand root causes of repeated unwanted behaviours, ensuring all pupils receive appropriate support and intervention.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are vigilant, report concerns quickly, and pupils are taught how to stay safe both in and out of school.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 40.9 |
| 2024/25 | 41.0 |
| 2025/26 | 42.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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