Poppyfield Primary Academy
88%
Capacity
208
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Poppyfield Primary Academy
Poppyfield Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Poppyfield Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Scordis, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Poppyfield Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 30 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Poppyfield Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, Poppyfield Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Bishop Street, Cannock, Cannock Chase, WS12 4RY |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Scordis |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 236 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
157
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bishop Street, Cannock
Cannock Chase, WS12 4RY
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