Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School
71%
Capacity
150
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School
Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Staffordshire Moorlands community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 150 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Brayford, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8947th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 19 in Staffordshire Moorlands.
Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 13 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School include Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Staffordshire Moorlands, Bishop Rawle CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Royal Walk, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 1QA |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Brayford |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 150 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 150 / 210 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8947th of 13,686
Nationally
907th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 19
In Staffordshire Moorlands
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
57%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Royal Walk, Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 1QA
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