Church Eaton Primary School
70%
Capacity
73
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Church Eaton Primary School
Church Eaton Primary School is a state-funded Christian primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 73 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Church Eaton Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher David Baker, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 18% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13589th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 34 in Stafford.
Church Eaton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 4 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Church Eaton Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Art 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 Stafford, Church Eaton 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 | Christian |
| Address | High Street, Stafford, Stafford, ST20 0AG |
| Headteacher | David Baker |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 73 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 73 / 105 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (18%)
13589th of 13,686
Nationally
1371st of 1,378
In West Midlands
34th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
18%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
18%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
13
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Stafford
Stafford, ST20 0AG
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