Langdale Primary School
86%
Capacity
360
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Langdale Primary School
Langdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 360 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Langdale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Cartwright, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6999th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Langdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 48 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 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 Langdale Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Langdale 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Langdale Road, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3QE |
| Headteacher | Nicola Cartwright |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 360 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 360 / 420 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
6999th of 13,686
Nationally
683rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
23rd of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
62%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 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
Langdale Road, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3QE
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