John Wheeldon Primary Academy
104%
Capacity
538
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About John Wheeldon Primary Academy
John Wheeldon Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 538 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 515 places).
Ofsted has rated John Wheeldon Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Clarke, 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 10021st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 34 in Stafford.
John Wheeldon Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 72 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
John Wheeldon Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 7 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Wheeldon Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, John Wheeldon 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Corporation Street, Stafford, Stafford, ST16 3LX |
| Headteacher | Claire Clarke |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 538 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 538 / 515 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10021st of 13,686
Nationally
1032nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
31st of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
100
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Wheeldon Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Corporation Street, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 3LX
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