Weston Junior Academy
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6NG · Stoke-on-Trent · primary school
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58th 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 — 4.3/10 against 2,194 of them, against 3.6/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Weston Junior Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% 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 (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 165 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 specific areas did the May 2026 Ofsted inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Weston Junior Academy
Overview
Weston Junior Academy is described as a place ‘where we grow’, with pupils making good progress and gaining knowledge that prepares them well for secondary school. Leaders have fostered a positive community culture, significantly improving attendance and behaviour through targeted strategies and strong relationships with families.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, demonstrating ‘empathy and respect’ and kindness, with bullying incidents dealt with swiftly.
- Attendance has improved significantly, now matching national averages, due to leaders’ close analysis of data and collaborative work with parents.
- The curriculum is ‘suitably well sequenced’, particularly in foundation subjects like history and geography, helping pupils connect knowledge across areas.
- Staff provide sensitive, effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the full curriculum.
- Personal development provision is tailored to local needs, helping pupils understand safety, relationships, and social media risks.
Areas to improve
- Staff must deliver the English and mathematics curriculum more consistently, ensuring key foundational skills in writing are secured before moving on.
- Checks on pupils’ learning during lessons need to be more consistent and close to identify gaps and deepen understanding.
- Targets for pupils with SEND in ‘pupil passports’ must be more sharply focused to ensure leaders can accurately track progress.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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