Co-op Academy Northwood
79%
Capacity
189
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Co-op Academy Northwood
Co-op Academy Northwood is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 189 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Co-op Academy Northwood "Good", the school is led by headteacher Yvonne Glaister, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
Co-op Academy Northwood is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 59 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Co-op Academy Northwood parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Co-op Academy Northwood include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Co-op Academy Northwood 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Keelings Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 6QA |
| Headteacher | Yvonne Glaister |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.4% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 240 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Jul 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
75
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Keelings Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 6QA
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