Bursley Academy

About Bursley Academy

Bursley Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 383 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Bursley Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sara Stevenson, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4464th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Bursley Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 45 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 Bursley Academy include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Bursley 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.

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