Ellison Primary Academy
86%
Capacity
361
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Ellison Primary Academy
Ellison Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 361 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Ellison Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorna Pateman, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8100th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Ellison Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 37 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 Ellison Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Netball, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Ellison 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ellison Street, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0BL |
| Headteacher | Lorna Pateman |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 361 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 361 / 420 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8100th of 13,686
Nationally
813th of 1,378
In West Midlands
24th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
59%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ellison Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Ellison Street, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0BL
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