St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School
Lichfield, WS14 9AN · Staffordshire · primary school
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44th 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 2,499 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3/10 among them, against 8.3/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| 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 Michael's CofE (C) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% 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 March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3 out of 10 among them, against 8.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join choirs, instrument ensembles, a rock band, sewing/crochet, creative writing, and storytelling clubs. Sports include football and netball. Trips include an arts-based residential at Ingestre Hall, an outward bound residential at Laches Wood, and a visit to France.
Getting in
The published school roll is 398 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
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year? How are the residential trips funded for families?
What Ofsted said about St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School
Overview
St Michael’s CofE (C) Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils arrive happily, feel safe, and belong, with a community united in having "high expectations for pupils’ achievement." Leaders have a clear vision, and staff work as a "cohesive and happy team" to ensure pupils reach their full potential.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are respectful, and know that bullying would be dealt with quickly.
- The school has developed an "ambitious and carefully considered curriculum" that ensures pupils, including those with SEND, learn and achieve well.
- Teachers have strong subject knowledge and present information clearly, using effective questioning to identify misconceptions.
- Staff receive effective training to support pupils with SEND, enabling them to adapt activities so these pupils achieve well.
- The trust provides "highly effective support, care and training for staff," who feel well supported and proud to work there.
Areas to improve
- Some staff do not have high enough expectations of pupils’ learning behaviours, leading to disengagement; the school should ensure consistently high expectations so all pupils engage well.
- Planned activities in early years continuous provision are not always clearly connected to intended learning; the school should identify and communicate intended learning for each activity to ensure meaningful engagement.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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