Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy
Stoke-on-Trent, ST8 6LW · Staffordshire · primary school
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8th 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 — 9.8/10 against 1,800 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 38% | 3.69 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 25.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 95 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 curriculum support pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy
Overview
Pupils at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy “thrive thanks to the many opportunities they have” in a setting where they are “known well by adults” and feel “very proud of their school.” The inspection highlights “exemplary” behaviour and attendance, alongside a curriculum that is generally well-structured, though some recently revised areas require further embedding to ensure consistent high standards across all subjects.
Strengths
- Behaviour is described as “exemplary,” with pupils demonstrating respect and perseverance in lessons.
- Personal development is outstanding, supported by a “very significant range of well-designed opportunities” including trips and clubs.
- The curriculum is logically ordered, with teachers effectively checking understanding to close learning gaps.
- Early reading is prioritised through a “systematic approach” to phonics and support for fluency.
- Attendance is “exceptionally high,” driven by proactive support for families.
Areas to improve
- The impact of revised curriculums, including in the early years, is variable, meaning “on occasion, pupils do not achieve as well as they could.”
- The school should continue work to embed these curriculums further so that “all pupils achieve consistently well in all subjects.”
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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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