Crackley Bank Primary School
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Crackley Bank Primary School
Crackley Bank Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crackley Bank Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Stevenson, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10707th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Crackley Bank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 17 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crackley Bank Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Crackley Bank 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 | Blackthorn Place, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 7BE |
| Headteacher | Sara Stevenson |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.7% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10707th of 13,686
Nationally
1115th of 1,378
In West Midlands
29th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
50%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blackthorn Place, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 7BE
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