Weston Infant Academy
50%
Capacity
120
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Weston Infant Academy
Weston Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 120 pupils on roll, operating at 50% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Weston Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Birchall, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
Weston Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 22 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Weston Infant Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Weston Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | West Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6PT |
| Headteacher | Julie Birchall |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 120 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 120 / 240 (50% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Street, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6PT
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