Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy
Abbey Lane, Abbey Hulton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8AUOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy is a primary school in Stoke-on-Trent for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 113 schools in Stoke-on-Trent. It ranks 57th of 102 primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 28 November 2023, report published 28 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 November 2023
Strong relationships are at the heart of this inspirational school. The school's values are lived out by leaders, staff and pupils. Pupils appreciate the caring ethos of the school, and they are inspired to achieve. Pupils are known, loved and feel safe. The school goes out of its way to connect with pupils' families, who are met with understanding and compassion. Pupils thrive as a result of the rapid improvements that have been made to their curriculum. The school is ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This ambition is realised effectively. All pupils are supported to achieve exceptionally well. Pupils develop deep knowledge in all subjects. The school makes sure that all pupils benefit from a wealth of visits, experiences and opportunities. The school has very carefully planned opportunities to broaden pupils' horizons and enrich the curriculum. As a result of this, pupils flourish. Pupils are incredibly well behaved. Leaders have established clear systems that support this. Pupils are calm and polite and focus well on their learning. The school ensures effective provision to promote pupils' mental health. For example, many pupils benefit from visiting the 'pod' to talk with skilled staff.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
239 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Our Lady and St Benedict Catholic Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Hulton Primary School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 40% met the expected standard |
| Kingsland CofE Academy | 0.5 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 62% met the expected standard |
| Carmountside Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 32% met the expected standard |
| Holden Lane Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Co-op Academy Northwood | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Clowes
- Phone
- 01782234646
- Address
- Abbey Lane, Abbey Hulton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8AU
- Local authority
- Stoke-on-Trent
- URN
- 140141
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.