St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School
St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lichfield community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ellie Ballinger, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2866th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 34 in Lichfield.
St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 42 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (107 responses).
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 Michael's CofE (C) Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lichfield, St Michael's CofE (C) 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Cherry Orchard, Lichfield, Lichfield, WS14 9AN |
| Headteacher | Ellie Ballinger |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2866th of 13,686
Nationally
282nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
12th of 34
In Lichfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
107 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School
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Contact Information
Cherry Orchard, Lichfield
Lichfield, WS14 9AN
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