Doxey Academy
81%
Capacity
171
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Doxey Academy
Doxey Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Doxey Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Laura Lazenby, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Doxey Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 16 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Doxey Academy include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Doxey 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Doxey Road, Stafford, Stafford, ST16 1EG |
| Headteacher | Laura Lazenby |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.2% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 210 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Doxey Road, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 1EG
Doxey Road, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 1EG
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
