New Ford Academy
98%
Capacity
472
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About New Ford Academy
New Ford Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 472 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Emma Ford, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% 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 539th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
New Ford Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 60 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 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 New Ford Academy include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, New Ford 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brownley Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 1PY |
| Headteacher | Emma Ford |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 472 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 472 / 480 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
539th of 13,686
Nationally
52nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
4th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
87%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Ford Academy
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Contact Information
Brownley Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 1PY
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