Rykneld Primary School
99%
Capacity
621
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Rykneld Primary School
Rykneld Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 621 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Rykneld Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Cruise, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1683rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 23 in East Staffordshire.
Rykneld Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 77 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 74 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rykneld Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Staffordshire, Rykneld 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Street, Burton-on-Trent, East Staffordshire, DE14 3EX |
| Headteacher | Rob Cruise |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 621 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.2% |
| School Capacity | 621 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1683rd of 13,686
Nationally
166th of 1,378
In West Midlands
5th of 23
In East Staffordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
79%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed77
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
74 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Burton-on-Trent
East Staffordshire, DE14 3EX
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