Silverdale Primary Academy
68%
Capacity
142
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Silverdale Primary Academy
Silverdale Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 142 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Silverdale Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Davies, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3947th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Silverdale Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 18 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Silverdale Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Silverdale Primary Academy include Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Silverdale 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 | Racecourse, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 6PB |
| Headteacher | Simon Davies |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.8% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 210 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3947th of 13,686
Nationally
380th of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
71%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Racecourse, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 6PB
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