St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
Poplar Drive, Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent, ST7 4HTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy is a primary school in Stoke-on-Trent for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 451 schools in Staffordshire. It ranks 83rd of 102 primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 December 2019, report published 5 January 2020
- 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 6 December 2023
St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy is a warm and welcoming school where all staff promote the school's inclusive and Christian values. Pupils say that they are happy and that they feel safe. They are proud of their school and keen to share their learning with visitors. Everyone involved with the school wants the very best for all pupils. The school has high ambitions for every pupil, including disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are keen to find out about new things and contribute well during their lessons. They have positive attitudes to learning. Pupils are respectful and polite. They look after each other. They know that if they have any concerns or worries, there are adults that they can talk to. Sometimes, pupils choose to access the 'Haven' at break and lunchtimes, where they can play games and chat about their day. At St Thomas', pupils are encouraged to be courageous advocates, where they discuss big issues and challenge injustice. Pupils also enjoy responsibilities that promote their independence and prepare them for the future. These responsibilities include taking on leadership roles, such as being a prefect and hall monitors.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, what leaders intend pupils to be taught is not always consistently delivered by teachers. As a result, some teaching does not always have the impact it could. Leaders should ensure that the curriculum in every subject is delivered as intended, so that pupils can build on their knowledge over time.
- The school has not ensured that all pupils get sufficient opportunities to practise their reading. This slows pupils' learning and hampers them from catching up quickly if they have fallen behind. Leaders should make sure that there is sufficient focus on ensuring that all pupils have quality opportunities to practise their reading and develop their fluency.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
32 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
189 pupils on roll, with places for 205
Schools near St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Dove Bank Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| Kidsgrove Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 33% met the expected standard |
| Goldenhill Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| The Reginald Mitchell Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 79% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THREE SPIRES TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Donna Pierpoint
- Phone
- 01782787099
- Address
- Poplar Drive, Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent, ST7 4HT
- Local authority
- Staffordshire
- URN
- 148401
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.