Best 3 Primary schools in Staffordshire Moorlands – 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: Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School (Primary) in Stoke-on-Trent; Oxhey First School (Primary) in Stoke-on-Trent; St Thomas' Catholic Primary School (Primary) in Stoke-on-Trent — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School, Oxhey First School and St Thomas' Catholic Primary School. They are primary phase and voluntary controlled school and academy converter type located around Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School), published Dec 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School (Dec 2023). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 600, typical FSM 5–10%, range 0–5%–10–15%; spread across trusts such as CHILDREN FIRST LEARNING PARTNERSHIP and THE PAINSLEY CATHOLIC ACADEMY.

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Attribute	Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School ST11 9PW	Oxhey First School ST8 7EB	St Thomas' Catholic Primary School ST10 4DS
Phase / Type	Primary • Voluntary controlled school	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST11 9PW	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST8 7EB	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST10 4DS
Latest Ofsted	1 4 Dec 2023	1 24 Oct 2023	1 5 Sep 2016
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	215	270	210
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Staffordshire (860)	CHILDREN FIRST LEARNING PARTNERSHIP	THE PAINSLEY CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Website	www.forsbrookprimaryschool.co.uk	oxheyfirst.co.uk	www.st-thomas-tean.staffs.sch.uk
Telephone	01782392577	01782513000	01538722378
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School

ST11 9PW

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST11 9PW
Ofsted: 1 4 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Staffordshire (860)
Website: www.forsbrookprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01782392577

Oxhey First School

ST8 7EB

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST8 7EB
Ofsted: 1 24 Oct 2023
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: CHILDREN FIRST LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Website: oxheyfirst.co.uk
Telephone: 01782513000

St Thomas' Catholic Primary School

ST10 4DS

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST10 4DS
Ofsted: 1 5 Sep 2016
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE PAINSLEY CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Website: www.st-thomas-tean.staffs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01538722378

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.

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