Parkside Primary School
108%
Capacity
339
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Parkside Primary School
Parkside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 339 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Parkside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophia Jones, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1071st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 34 in Stafford.
Parkside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 45 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parkside Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Parkside 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bradshaw Way, Stafford, Stafford, ST16 1TH |
| Headteacher | Sophia Jones |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 339 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 339 / 315 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1071st of 13,686
Nationally
96th of 1,378
In West Midlands
10th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
83%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
117
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bradshaw Way, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 1TH
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