Castlechurch Primary School
58%
Capacity
269
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Castlechurch Primary School
Castlechurch Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 269 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castlechurch Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Anderson-Pugh, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9368th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 34 in Stafford.
Castlechurch Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 29 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castlechurch Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Castlechurch 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 | Tennyson Road, Stafford, Stafford, ST17 9SY |
| Headteacher | Lee Anderson-Pugh |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 269 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.1% |
| School Capacity | 269 / 460 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9368th of 13,686
Nationally
952nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
30th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
55%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castlechurch Primary School
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Contact Information
Tennyson Road, Stafford
Stafford, ST17 9SY
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