Little Aston Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
225
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Little Aston Primary Academy
Little Aston Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lichfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 230 places).
Ofsted has rated Little Aston Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Pearce, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 398th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 34 in Lichfield.
Little Aston Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 14 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Little Aston Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lichfield, Little Aston 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Forge Lane, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, B74 3BE |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Pearce |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 230 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
398th of 13,686
Nationally
40th of 1,378
In West Midlands
2nd of 34
In Lichfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
89%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
49
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Forge Lane, Sutton Coldfield
Lichfield, B74 3BE
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