Saint Nathaniel's Academy
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 4JG · Stoke-on-Trent · primary school
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38th 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 — 4.5/10 against 1,361 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| 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.
Saint Nathaniel's Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Song Birds, Recorders, and Instrument Lessons, or play Swimming and Football. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 474 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Saint Nathaniel's Academy
Overview
Saint Nathaniel’s Academy is described as a ‘friendly school’ where pupils feel ‘safe’ and ‘welcomed’ within a diverse community. The report highlights that the school provides an ‘effective education’ with ‘high ambitions’ for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Despite challenges regarding pupil mobility and English as an additional language, current teaching is helping learners make ‘stronger progress’ from their varying starting points.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour, following the school’s ‘six golden rules’ and showing ‘kindness and respect’.
- The ‘pastoral support’ is effective, helping pupils feel ‘secure and settled’.
- A ‘well-established’ phonics programme and a new mathematics curriculum are aiding progress, with staff prioritising ‘communication and language’ in the early years.
- Pupils with SEND are ‘supported well to learn well alongside their peers’, often developing strategies to work independently.
- There are strong opportunities for ‘junior leadership roles’ and community involvement, such as visiting local care homes.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment ‘consistently well’ to ensure there are sufficient checks on pupil learning.
- Leaders should ensure all staff receive effective training to deliver the phonics scheme ‘consistently well’.
- Monitoring systems require greater ‘rigour’ so leaders can articulate demonstrable improvements resulting from their actions.
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 49% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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