Kidsgrove Primary School
66%
Capacity
155
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Kidsgrove Primary School
Kidsgrove Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 155 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kidsgrove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Cunliffe, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8495th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Kidsgrove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Kidsgrove Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Kidsgrove 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 | None |
| Address | Gloucester Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4DL |
| Headteacher | Helen Cunliffe |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 155 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.8% |
| School Capacity | 155 / 236 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8495th of 13,686
Nationally
849th of 1,378
In West Midlands
26th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
58%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gloucester Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4DL
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