Springcroft Primary School
102%
Capacity
215
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Springcroft Primary School
Springcroft Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 215 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Springcroft Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Drew, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2743rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 34 in Stafford.
Springcroft Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x 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), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springcroft Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Dance, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Springcroft 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grindley Lane, Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford, ST11 9JS |
| Headteacher | Stephen Drew |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 210 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2743rd of 13,686
Nationally
274th of 1,378
In West Midlands
17th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
75%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Springcroft Primary School
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Contact Information
Grindley Lane, Stoke-on-Trent
Stafford, ST11 9JS
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