St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy
109%
Capacity
342
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy
St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 342 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nick Glover, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3925th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 42 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Gardening, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, St Wilfrid's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Queen's Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 6EE |
| Headteacher | Nick Glover |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 342 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.6% |
| School Capacity | 342 / 315 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3925th of 13,686
Nationally
378th of 1,378
In West Midlands
19th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
71%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
55
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Wilfrid's Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Queen's Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 6EE
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