Pye Green Academy
105%
Capacity
439
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Pye Green Academy
Pye Green Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 439 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pye Green Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Yates, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8797th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 23 in Cannock Chase.
Pye Green Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 145 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pye Green Academy include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, Pye Green 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Rosehill, Cannock, Cannock Chase, WS12 4RT |
| Headteacher | Sarah Yates |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 439 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 439 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8797th of 13,686
Nationally
884th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 23
In Cannock Chase
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
57%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
145
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rosehill, Cannock
Cannock Chase, WS12 4RT
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