Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School
84%
Capacity
170
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School
Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 170 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 202 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Lowndes, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 373rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Dance, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Tollgate Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 5DF |
| Headteacher | Leanne Lowndes |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 170 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 170 / 202 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
373rd of 13,686
Nationally
38th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
28%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
89%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School
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Contact Information
Tollgate Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 5DF
Tollgate Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 5DF
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