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Highfields Primary Academy

Highfields Primary Academy

Lichfield, WS7 9BTPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

82%

Capacity

208

Pupils

3.1x

Demand

About Highfields Primary Academy

Highfields Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lichfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 254 places).

Ofsted has rated Highfields Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Wilkes, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4546th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 34 in Lichfield.

Highfields Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 28 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Highfields Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Lichfield, Highfields 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressElder Lane, Burntwood, Lichfield, WS7 9BT
HeadteacherMark Wilkes
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Number of Pupils208
Free School Meals (FSM)12.0%
School Capacity208 / 254 (82% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

22 May 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (22 May 2024): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 15 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)

4546th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

446th of 1,378

In West Midlands

Top 50%

17th of 34

In Lichfield

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

69%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:83%
Higher:31%
Writing
Expected:76%
Higher:3%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:83%
Higher:24%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +6%

'22/23

63%

'23/24

69%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyMulti-Sensory

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Outdoor PlaygroundDining HallArt StudiosSensory RoomMusic RoomsICT SuiteSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

SwimmingCricketAthleticsCross CountryRoundersGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubDramaChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

28

Applications

88

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

23 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Highfields Primary Academy

Highfields Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01543227160www.highfields.staffs.sch.uk

Elder Lane, Burntwood

Lichfield, WS7 9BT

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Elder Lane, Burntwood

Lichfield, WS7 9BT

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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