Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy
110%
Capacity
546
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy
Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 546 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 496 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher George Barlow, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3306th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 59 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy 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 | Sussex Place, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 4TP |
| Headteacher | George Barlow |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 546 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 546 / 496 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3306th of 13,686
Nationally
319th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Belgrave St Bartholomew's Academy
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Contact Information
Sussex Place, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 4TP
Journey to School
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