St Mark's CofE Primary School
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 4LR · Stoke-on-Trent · primary school
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62nd 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 — 2.2/10 against 749 of them, against 1.6/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 62% | 0.72 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mark's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 449 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 support is available for pupils who are not reaching the expected standard in maths? How does the school engage parents in monitoring progress during the year?
What Ofsted said about St Mark's CofE Primary School
Overview
This is a school that is “full of smiles” where pupils “thrive personally and socially” and behave well. However, despite recent improvements in leadership and attendance, pupils “do not learn as well as they should across the curriculum” because staff are not yet skilled enough in delivering the refined curriculum.
Strengths
- Pupils have “strong relationships” with each other and staff, with “little or no disruption in lessons.”
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils understanding the school’s values and how diversity is “part of their school.”
- Early years provision is good, with a strong focus on language and vocabulary, and phonics is delivered “as intended.”
- Attendance has improved significantly and is now “within national expectations” due to rigorous management systems.
- Staff are “very positive” about their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- The school must provide support and training so staff can deliver the curriculum effectively, as current delivery impacts pupils’ learning.
- Teachers need to assess how well pupils are learning in lessons and over time to address gaps and prevent learning from being slowed.
- Subject leaders require support to fully monitor subject quality and identify gaps in knowledge, as current evaluation is not effective.
- Curriculum planning in the early years needs greater clarity to ensure a firm foundation for learning in key stage 1.
Safeguarding
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 | 22% |
| 2023/24 | 31% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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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