St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy
114%
Capacity
240
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy
St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dawn Farmer, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7282nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 30 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (33 responses).
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 St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, St George and St Martin's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Boulton Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 2NQ |
| Headteacher | Dawn Farmer |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7282nd of 13,686
Nationally
717th of 1,378
In West Midlands
31st of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
8Facilities 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
44
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Boulton Street, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 2NQ
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