St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School
96%
Capacity
230
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School
St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher D Hugill, it falls under Staffordshire 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 1590th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
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 Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Knutton Road, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0HU |
| Headteacher | D Hugill |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 240 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Nov 2023): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1590th of 13,686
Nationally
155th of 1,378
In West Midlands
6th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School
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Contact Information
Knutton Road, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0HU
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