Sandon Primary Academy
105%
Capacity
504
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Sandon Primary Academy
Sandon Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 504 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rachel Beckett, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6635th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Sandon Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 57 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sandon Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Coding, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Sandon 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Normacot Grange Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 7AW |
| Headteacher | Rachel Beckett |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 504 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.5% |
| School Capacity | 504 / 480 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (13 Jun 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6635th of 13,686
Nationally
650th of 1,378
In West Midlands
29th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
63%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed57
78
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Normacot Grange Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 7AW
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