Moorhill Primary School

About Moorhill Primary School

Moorhill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 280 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Moorhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Libby Banks, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13527th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 23 in Cannock Chase.

Moorhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 44 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.

Moorhill Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 56% recommending the school (27 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Moorhill Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, Moorhill 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.

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