The Meadows Primary School
88%
Capacity
105
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About The Meadows Primary School
The Meadows Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Natalie Parry, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1815th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
The Meadows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 14 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Meadows Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, The Meadows 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Newcastle Road, Crewe, Newcastle-under-Lyme, CW3 9JX |
| Headteacher | Natalie Parry |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 120 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1815th of 13,686
Nationally
176th of 1,378
In West Midlands
8th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
79%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 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.
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Contact Information
Newcastle Road, Crewe
Newcastle-under-Lyme, CW3 9JX
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