St John's CofE Primary School
Wetley Rocks, Stoke-on-Trent, ST9 0BN · Staffordshire · primary school
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200th 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 4,265 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 0.9/10 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 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 0.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 216. 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 core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help students progress towards the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in attainment?
What Ofsted said about St John's CofE Primary School
Overview
St John’s CofE Primary School is described as a “calm and purposeful environment” where pupils are “well prepared for the next stage in their education.” The report highlights an “ambitious” curriculum and “exceptional” early years provision, noting that pupils are “proud of their school” and demonstrate high levels of respect and independence.
Strengths
- The early years curriculum is “exceptional,” with every activity serving as a learning opportunity.
- Staff have “secure subject knowledge” and effectively teach vocabulary, ensuring pupils understand key concepts.
- Reading is prioritised through an “effective sequence” of phonics, resulting in pupils becoming “confident and enthusiastic readers.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported and “learn the full curriculum.”
- Behaviour is excellent, with “rare” disruption and pupils showing “acts of kindness” and responsibility.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders need better support to “monitor and evaluate the curriculum” to address “minor inconsistencies in practice.”
- Staff must consistently identify and promptly address pupils’ “errors and misconceptions,” as current checks are sometimes inaccurate.
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| 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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