St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School
77%
Capacity
265
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School
St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 265 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Clews, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13207th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 23 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, St Paul'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Byatts Grove, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 2RH |
| Headteacher | Rachel Clews |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 265 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.6% |
| School Capacity | 265 / 345 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13207th of 13,686
Nationally
1341st of 1,378
In West Midlands
60th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
31%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
26
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Byatts Grove, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 2RH
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