The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About The Reginald Mitchell Primary School
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Reginald Mitchell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Jukes, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% 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 1085th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
The Reginald Mitchell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 26 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 The Reginald Mitchell Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, The Reginald Mitchell 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Congleton Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1NA |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Jukes |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1085th of 13,686
Nationally
102nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
4th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Congleton Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1NA
Congleton Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 1NA
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