St Leonard's Primary School
85%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Leonard's Primary School
St Leonard's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 255 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Leonard's Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Phillips, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4102nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 34 in Stafford.
St Leonard's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Leonard's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 46% recommending the school (56 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 Leonard's Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, St Leonard's 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 | Fairway, Stafford, Stafford, ST16 3TW |
| Headteacher | Catherine Phillips |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 255 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4102nd of 13,686
Nationally
394th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
56 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Leonard's Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Fairway, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 3TW
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