Springhead Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Springhead Primary School
Springhead Primary School 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 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Springhead Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Jones, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Springhead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springhead Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Springhead 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kingsley Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1RA |
| Headteacher | Ashley Jones |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (82% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kingsley Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1RA
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