St Peter's Catholic Academy
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 3HL · Stoke-on-Trent · primary school
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46th 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 995 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Peter's Catholic Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
Since 53.0% of pupils met the expected standard, what specific support is available for children who need extra help in literacy? How does the school manage class sizes when the total roll exceeds the designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Catholic Academy
Overview
This is a “happy, caring and inclusive school where every pupil thrives.” The report describes a highly ambitious curriculum designed to meet the needs of all pupils from Nursery onwards, resulting in rapid progress and high aspirations. Leaders and staff are driven by a clear moral purpose focused on “what is best for our children,” creating a strong partnership with parents and a supportive culture for staff.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “highly ambitious” and carefully crafted, with teachers possessing “excellent subject knowledge” that helps pupils “learn and remember the planned curriculum content.”
- Reading is taught “exceptionally well,” with nearly all pupils achieving accuracy, fluency, and comprehension, supported by a wide range of stories and poems.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “very well supported,” successfully learning the same ambitious curriculum as their peers through rigorous identification of needs.
- Behaviour is described as “exemplary,” with pupils being “kind and courteous” and attendance remaining high due to their desire to attend school.
- The school provides an “exceptionally broad range of opportunities” through clubs, visits, and cultural days that “broaden their horizons” and prepare pupils for their next steps.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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