St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Stafford, ST18 0JN · Staffordshire · primary school
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54th 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 the 3,480 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.5/10 among 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Andrew's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.5 out of 10 among them, against 7.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 133 pupils against a stated capacity of 196. 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 does a typical day look like for a child joining in Year 1? How does the after-school club operate on days when the school is closed?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Andrew’s C of E Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy learning in a ‘very friendly and caring school’ where relationships are a strength and they feel safe. The school provides a broad education that helps pupils flourish, with staff holding high expectations for all learners.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘kind to each other’, behave well, and ‘feel safe’ within a supportive community.
- Expert teaching ensures pupils ‘learn to read well’ and make rapid progress in early mathematics, building firm foundations for future learning.
- The school ‘identifies and meets the needs of pupils with SEND well’, ensuring they become fluent readers and confident mathematicians.
- Staff foster pupils’ wider development through values such as ‘service, respect, fellowship and compassion’, preparing them for life in modern Britain.
- Governance is effective, with trustees and the local academy committee supporting leaders and acting in the best interests of pupils.
Areas to improve
- The school should improve systems for assessment in the wider curriculum, as current checks are in the ‘early stages of development’ and staff may not always spot where learning is less secure.
- The school should extend opportunities for pupils to develop leadership skills, as currently ‘not all pupils take part’ in roles that help them build confidence and responsibility.
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 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 89% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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
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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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