Veritas Primary Academy
105%
Capacity
443
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Veritas Primary Academy
Veritas Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Veritas Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Balding, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2687th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 34 in Stafford.
Veritas Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 52 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
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 Veritas Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, Veritas Primary 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 | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Weston Road, Stafford, Stafford, ST18 0FL |
| Headteacher | Richard Balding |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.6% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2687th of 13,686
Nationally
267th of 1,378
In West Midlands
16th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
75%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Weston Road, Stafford
Stafford, ST18 0FL
Journey to School
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