St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
99%
Capacity
202
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 205 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Pierpoint, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10134th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, St Thomas' 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Poplar Drive, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4HT |
| Headteacher | Donna Pierpoint |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 205 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10134th of 13,686
Nationally
1047th of 1,378
In West Midlands
28th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
52%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Poplar Drive, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4HT
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