Priory CofE Academy
87%
Capacity
423
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Priory CofE Academy
Priory CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 423 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 487 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Priory CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Cunliffe, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7494th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Priory CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 54 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Priory CofE Academy include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Priory CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Jubilee Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8EF |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Cunliffe |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 487 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7494th of 13,686
Nationally
746th of 1,378
In West Midlands
33rd of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
61%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed54
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Priory CofE Academy
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Contact Information
Jubilee Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8EF
Journey to School
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