St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School
St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Grove, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1257th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 59 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (102 responses).
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 Wulstan's Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, St Wulstan's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Church Lane, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0EF |
| Headteacher | Ben Grove |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1257th of 13,686
Nationally
119th of 1,378
In West Midlands
5th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
102 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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 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 Wulstan's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Newcastle
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0EF
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