Cheadle Primary School
82%
Capacity
344
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Cheadle Primary School
Cheadle Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Staffordshire Moorlands community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 344 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cheadle Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynne Pickles, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10007th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 19 in Staffordshire Moorlands.
Cheadle Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 36 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cheadle Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Staffordshire Moorlands, Cheadle 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 | The Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 1EN |
| Headteacher | Lynne Pickles |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 344 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.3% |
| School Capacity | 344 / 420 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10007th of 13,686
Nationally
1030th of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 19
In Staffordshire Moorlands
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
53%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed36
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 1EN
The Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 1EN
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