Silkmore Primary Academy
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Silkmore Primary Academy
Silkmore Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rachael Trickett, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7719th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 34 in Stafford.
Silkmore Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Silkmore Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Silkmore 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 | Exeter Street, Stafford, Stafford, ST17 4EG |
| Headteacher | Rachael Trickett |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.5% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7719th of 13,686
Nationally
773rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
27th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Exeter Street, Stafford
Stafford, ST17 4EG
Journey to School
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