Westlands Primary School
95%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Westlands Primary School
Westlands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 220 places).
Ofsted has rated Westlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Taylor, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Westlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 23 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westlands Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Westlands 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ostend Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2QY |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Taylor |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.3% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 220 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ostend Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2QY
Ostend Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2QY
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