Churchfield CofE Primary Academy
54%
Capacity
128
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Churchfield CofE Primary Academy
Churchfield CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Churchfield CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Lloyd, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7021st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 23 in Cannock Chase.
Churchfield CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 19 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Churchfield CofE Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, Churchfield CofE Primary 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Sandy Lane, Rugeley, Cannock Chase, WS15 2LB |
| Headteacher | Gareth Lloyd |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.8% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 236 (54% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7021st of 13,686
Nationally
686th of 1,378
In West Midlands
11th of 23
In Cannock Chase
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
62%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandy Lane, Rugeley
Cannock Chase, WS15 2LB
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