Waterside Primary School
131%
Capacity
470
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Waterside Primary School
Waterside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 470 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (131% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Louise Willis, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7544th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
Waterside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 were first-preference applications.
Waterside Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Waterside Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Waterside 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 | Eastwood Road, Eastwood Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3JS |
| Headteacher | Louise Willis |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 470 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.3% |
| School Capacity | 470 / 360 (131% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7544th of 13,686
Nationally
749th of 1,378
In West Midlands
34th of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
85 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterside Primary School
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Contact Information
Eastwood Road, Eastwood Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3JS
Eastwood Road, Eastwood Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3JS
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