Thursfield Primary School
88%
Capacity
278
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Thursfield Primary School
Thursfield 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 278 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thursfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Bradbury, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3095th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Thursfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 34 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Thursfield Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (63 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thursfield Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Thursfield 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 | Chapel Lane, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4JL |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Bradbury |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 278 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 278 / 315 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3095th of 13,686
Nationally
302nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
13th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
63 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thursfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Chapel Lane, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 4JL
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