Manor Hill First School
80%
Capacity
181
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Manor Hill First School
Manor Hill First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 225 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Manor Hill First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Harris, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Manor Hill First School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 42 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Manor Hill First School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Manor Hill First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Manor Rise, Stone, Stafford, ST15 0HY |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Harris |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 225 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manor Rise, Stone
Stafford, ST15 0HY
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