Abbey Hulton Primary School
88%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Abbey Hulton Primary School
Abbey Hulton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbey Hulton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Crook, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11135th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Abbey Hulton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Hulton Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Abbey Hulton Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8BS |
| Headteacher | Christopher Crook |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.1% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 236 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11135th of 13,686
Nationally
1155th of 1,378
In West Midlands
47th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8BS
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