St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
79%
Capacity
189
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Rigby, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5506th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 24 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (42 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 John the Evangelist Catholic Primary include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary 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 | Gloucester Road, Kidsgrove, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1EL |
| Headteacher | Helen Rigby |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.7% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 240 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5506th of 13,686
Nationally
531st of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Gloucester Road, Kidsgrove
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1EL
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