Five Spires Academy
97%
Capacity
226
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Five Spires Academy
Five Spires Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lichfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 234 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Five Spires Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Diane Raftery, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2567th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 34 in Lichfield.
Five Spires Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 24 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Five Spires Academy include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lichfield, Five Spires 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cherry Orchard, Lichfield, Lichfield, WS14 9AN |
| Headteacher | Diane Raftery |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 234 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2567th of 13,686
Nationally
254th of 1,378
In West Midlands
10th of 34
In Lichfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
75%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
78
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cherry Orchard, Lichfield
Lichfield, WS14 9AN
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