Our Lady's Catholic Academy
89%
Capacity
209
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Our Lady's Catholic Academy
Our Lady's 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 209 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karyn Oakley, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3797th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Our Lady's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady's Catholic Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Our Lady's 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 | Watkin Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4NP |
| Headteacher | Karyn Oakley |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.2% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 236 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 May 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3797th of 13,686
Nationally
364th of 1,378
In West Midlands
18th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
71%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady's Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Watkin Street, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4NP
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