St Peter's CofE Primary Academy
111%
Capacity
466
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Peter's CofE Primary Academy
St Peter's CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cannock Chase community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 466 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Peter's CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Genevieve Saunders, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8338th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 23 in Cannock Chase.
St Peter's CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's CofE Primary Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cannock Chase, St Peter's CofE Primary Academy 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 | Reservoir Road, Cannock, Cannock Chase, WS12 1BE |
| Headteacher | Genevieve Saunders |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 466 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 466 / 420 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8338th of 13,686
Nationally
830th of 1,378
In West Midlands
13th of 23
In Cannock Chase
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
58%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's CofE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Reservoir Road, Cannock
Cannock Chase, WS12 1BE
Journey to School
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