The King's CofE Academy
99%
Capacity
746
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The King's CofE Academy
The King's CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 746 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 750 places).
Ofsted has rated The King's CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher E Postlethwaite, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.72 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 38.2. Additionally, ranked 2863rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 10 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
The King's CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 196 applications for 135 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 130 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The King's CofE Academy include Library, Sports Hall, Tennis Courts, ICT Suite, Science Labs, Gymnasium, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Basketball, Hockey, Football and 5 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Coding, Film Club, Orchestra and 7 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.5%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, The King's CofE 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | First Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1DP |
| Headteacher | E Postlethwaite |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 746 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.5% |
| School Capacity | 746 / 750 (99% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.72)
2863rd of 3,141
Nationally
338th of 371
In West Midlands
9th of 10
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
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
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed135
196
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
130 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The King's CofE Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
First Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1DP
Journey to School
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