Hassell Primary School
88%
Capacity
184
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Hassell Primary School
Hassell Primary School 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 184 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hassell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Broome, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11091st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Hassell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 10 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 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 Hassell Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Hassell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barracks Road, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1LF |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Broome |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 210 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11091st of 13,686
Nationally
1150th of 1,378
In West Midlands
31st of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
48%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barracks Road, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1LF
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