Ball Green Primary School
96%
Capacity
345
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Ball Green Primary School
Ball Green 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 345 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ball Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Hankey, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13247th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Ball Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 42 places, making it 1.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ball Green Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Ball Green 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 | Whitfield Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8AJ |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Hankey |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 345 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.2% |
| School Capacity | 345 / 360 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13247th of 13,686
Nationally
1345th of 1,378
In West Midlands
62nd of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
30%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed42
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (88% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whitfield Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8AJ
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