Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy
Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Clowes, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5107th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 24 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Abbey Lane, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8AU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Clowes |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.3% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5107th of 13,686
Nationally
489th of 1,378
In West Midlands
22nd of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
67%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Abbey Lane, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8AU
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