Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
75%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Dobson, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8096th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 34 in Stafford.
Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 43 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (66 responses).
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 Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary 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 | Shaws Lane, Stafford, Stafford, ST21 6AU |
| Headteacher | Chris Dobson |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.9% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 330 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8096th of 13,686
Nationally
812th of 1,378
In West Midlands
28th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Shaws Lane, Stafford
Stafford, ST21 6AU
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