Wood Lane Primary School
63%
Capacity
76
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About Wood Lane Primary School
Wood Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle-under-Lyme community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 76 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wood Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Fraser, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1616th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 35 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Wood Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 4 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Wood Lane Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 69% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wood Lane Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Wood Lane 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 | Wood Lane, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 8PH |
| Headteacher | Samantha Fraser |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 76 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.3% |
| School Capacity | 76 / 120 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1616th of 13,686
Nationally
159th of 1,378
In West Midlands
7th of 35
In Newcastle-under-Lyme
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
80%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
22
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wood Lane Primary School
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Contact Information
Wood Lane, Stoke-on-Trent
Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST7 8PH
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