The William Amory Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About The William Amory Primary School
The William Amory Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Staffordshire Moorlands community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The William Amory Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Woollacott, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6620th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 19 in Staffordshire Moorlands.
The William Amory Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 21 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 William Amory Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Staffordshire Moorlands, The William Amory 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 | Stallington Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST11 9PN |
| Headteacher | Victoria Woollacott |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6620th of 13,686
Nationally
648th of 1,378
In West Midlands
11th of 19
In Staffordshire Moorlands
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
63%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stallington Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire Moorlands, ST11 9PN
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