John of Rolleston Primary School
81%
Capacity
342
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About John of Rolleston Primary School
John of Rolleston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 342 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated John of Rolleston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer McCaffrey, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5923rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 23 in East Staffordshire.
John of Rolleston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 48 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 John of Rolleston Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Staffordshire, John of Rolleston 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chapel Lane, Burton-on-Trent, East Staffordshire, DE13 9AG |
| Headteacher | Jennifer McCaffrey |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 342 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 342 / 420 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5923rd of 13,686
Nationally
580th of 1,378
In West Midlands
12th of 23
In East Staffordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
65%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chapel Lane, Burton-on-Trent
East Staffordshire, DE13 9AG
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