Woodseaves CE Primary Academy
Stafford, ST20 0LB · Staffordshire · primary school
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47th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.3/10 against 3,927 of them, against 7.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodseaves CE Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 89 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
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What Ofsted said about Woodseaves CE Primary Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils arrive with smiles and behave exceptionally well, creating an environment everyone describes as a ‘family’. Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum that is sequenced well, with particular strength in early years provision and reading. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the school demonstrates outstanding behaviour and attitudes alongside effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘kind and caring towards each other’ and ‘highly motivated to achieve well’, with staff building strong working relationships.
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and ‘sequenced well’, including effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Staff ensure pupils learn to read with ‘fluency and accuracy’ through swift support if any child falls behind in phonics.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with staff assessing progress very well to plan next steps and develop communication skills.
- Leaders support staff well-being and professional development, while the governing body provides ‘appropriate challenge and support’.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must refine assessment systems to identify and close gaps or misconceptions in a timely manner, as this currently hinders pupils’ ability to recall key knowledge.
- The curriculum should be refined to provide more opportunities for pupils to learn about differences in people, cultures, and religions beyond their local community, ensuring they are better prepared for life outside their locality.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 100% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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