Smallthorne Primary Academy
Chetwynd Street, Smallthorne, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 1PROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Smallthorne Primary 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 39th of 102 primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 November 2023, report published 18 December 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 November 2023
Smallthorne Primary Academy is a very happy place to be. Pupils are articulate, courteous and curious. They work hard to live out the school's motto of 'strive, smile, shine'. Adults in school have made sure that everyone knows that bullying is not allowed, and pupils are kind to one another. On the rare occasion that bullying does happen, pupils know what to do and adults help to sort things out. Pupils are great advocates for their school. They love their lessons. Pupils often complete work of a high standard. This is because staff have high expectations of them. In a small number of subjects, the school has not thought in enough detail about what pupils should learn. This means they do not achieve as well in these subjects as in others. The school provides a wide range of activities beyond classroom learning. For example, pupils enjoy learning musical instruments, playing in bands and going on local visits. Some pupils also benefit from being on the junior leadership team. This teaches them how to be responsible. Parents have seen many improvements in the school over the past few years. They deeply appreciate the opportunities provided for their children. They recognise the school's caring atmosphere and positive attitude and the approachable nature of staff.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum is not planned as well as it needs to be. It does not outline what pupils need to know and when. This means that in these subjects, pupils do not develop their knowledge well enough. The school should make sure that it plans the content in these subjects carefully.
- The school does not always adapt the curriculum effectively enough for some pupils with SEND. This means that some pupils with SEND do not consistently make the progress they are capable of. The school should consistently adapt the curriculum to meet needs of all pupils with SEND.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
241 pupils on roll, with places for 236
Schools near Smallthorne Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Ford Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 70% met the expected standard |
| St Marys Catholic Academy | 0.5 miles | Report card: Strong standard | 77% met the expected standard |
| Norton-Le-Moors Primary Academy | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 83% met the expected standard |
| Jackfield Infant School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| The Valiant School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CITY LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Tina Steele
- Phone
- 01782235265
- Address
- Chetwynd Street, Smallthorne, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 1PR
- Local authority
- Stoke-on-Trent
- URN
- 142207
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.