Best 3 Primary schools in Staffordshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Whitfield Valley Primary Academy (Primary) in Stoke-on-Trent; Newstead Primary Academy (Primary) in Stoke-on-Trent; St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Primary) in Uttoxeter — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Whitfield Valley Primary Academy, Newstead Primary Academy and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. They are primary phase and academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Uttoxeter, Staffordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Whitfield Valley Primary Academy), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Whitfield Valley Primary Academy (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 350, combined total ≈ 1,050, typical FSM 40–45%, range 15–20%–60–65%; spread across trusts such as Inspirational Learning Academies Trust and THE PAINSLEY CATHOLIC ACADEMY.

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Attribute	Whitfield Valley Primary Academy ST6 6TD	Newstead Primary Academy ST3 3LQ	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School ST14 7JX
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy sponsor led	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST6 6TD	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST3 3LQ	Uttoxeter Staffordshire ST14 7JX
Latest Ofsted	1 26 Sep 2024	1 10 Sep 2024	1 8 Sep 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	60–65% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	420	210
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Inspirational Learning Academies Trust	Inspirational Learning Academies Trust	THE PAINSLEY CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Website	www.whitfieldv.org.uk	www.newstead.stoke.sch.uk	www.st-josephs-uttoxeter.staffs.sch.uk
Telephone	01782234570	01782235490	01889562702
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Whitfield Valley Primary Academy

ST6 6TD

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST6 6TD
Ofsted: 1 26 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Inspirational Learning Academies Trust
Website: www.whitfieldv.org.uk
Telephone: 01782234570

Newstead Primary Academy

ST3 3LQ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST3 3LQ
Ofsted: 1 10 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Inspirational Learning Academies Trust
Website: www.newstead.stoke.sch.uk
Telephone: 01782235490

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

ST14 7JX

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Uttoxeter
Staffordshire
ST14 7JX
Ofsted: 1 8 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE PAINSLEY CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Website: www.st-josephs-uttoxeter.staffs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01889562702

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.