St Chad's CofE Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Chad's CofE Primary School
St Chad's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lichfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Chad's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Aitken, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11795th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 34 in Lichfield.
St Chad's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 17 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Chad's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Chad's CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lichfield, St Chad's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | St Michael Road, Lichfield, Lichfield, WS13 6SN |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Aitken |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11795th of 13,686
Nationally
1224th of 1,378
In West Midlands
31st of 34
In Lichfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed17
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 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 St Chad's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Michael Road, Lichfield
Lichfield, WS13 6SN
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