Woodcroft Academy
66%
Capacity
135
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Woodcroft Academy
Woodcroft Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Staffordshire Moorlands community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 135 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodcroft Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carly Wright, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
Woodcroft Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 19 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
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 Woodcroft Academy include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Athletics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Staffordshire Moorlands, Woodcroft 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wallbridge Drive, Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 8JG |
| Headteacher | Carly Wright |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 135 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 135 / 206 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2019. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wallbridge Drive, Leek
Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 8JG
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