Holden Lane Academy
95%
Capacity
225
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Holden Lane Academy
Holden Lane Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 237 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holden Lane Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Jones, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
Holden Lane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 27 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holden Lane Academy include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Holden Lane 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 | Ralph Drive, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 6JS |
| Headteacher | Clare Jones |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.3% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 237 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2013. 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ralph Drive, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 6JS
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