St Gregory's Catholic Academy
98%
Capacity
462
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Gregory's Catholic Academy
St Gregory'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 462 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Victoria Brickley, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1535th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
St Gregory's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 59 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Gregory's Catholic Academy include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, St Gregory'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 | Spring Garden Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 2QN |
| Headteacher | Victoria Brickley |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 472 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1535th of 13,686
Nationally
152nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
8th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
80%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
88
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Gregory's Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Spring Garden Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 2QN
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