Horninglow Primary School
84%
Capacity
199
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Horninglow Primary School
Horninglow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Horninglow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roz Winter, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10033rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 23 in East Staffordshire.
Horninglow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 25 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Horninglow Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horninglow Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Staffordshire, Horninglow 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Horninglow Road North, Burton-on-Trent, East Staffordshire, DE13 0SW |
| Headteacher | Roz Winter |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.2% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 236 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10033rd of 13,686
Nationally
1035th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 23
In East Staffordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horninglow Primary School
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Contact Information
Horninglow Road North, Burton-on-Trent
East Staffordshire, DE13 0SW
Horninglow Road North, Burton-on-Trent
East Staffordshire, DE13 0SW
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