Rowley Park Primary Academy
81%
Capacity
190
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Rowley Park Primary Academy
Rowley Park Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rowley Park Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annika Beaumont, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11239th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 34 in Stafford.
Rowley Park Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 11 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rowley Park Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Rowley Park 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Highfield Grove, Stafford, Stafford, ST17 9RF |
| Headteacher | Annika Beaumont |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.1% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 236 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11239th of 13,686
Nationally
1164th of 1,378
In West Midlands
32nd of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
48%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
42
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Highfield Grove, Stafford
Stafford, ST17 9RF
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