Christ Church CofE First School
81%
Capacity
122
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Christ Church CofE First School
Christ Church CofE First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 122 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ Church CofE First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Graham, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Christ Church CofE First School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 20 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Christ Church CofE First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church CofE First School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Christ Church CofE First 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Northesk Street, Stone, Stafford, ST15 8EP |
| Headteacher | Amy Graham |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 122 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 122 / 150 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
62
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northesk Street, Stone
Stafford, ST15 8EP
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