Waterside Primary School

Primary
Academy
Ages 3 to 11

Ofsted: Outstanding

Eastwood Road, Hanley, Eastwood Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3JSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Waterside Primary School 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 30th of 102 primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2019.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 14 May 2019, report published 19 June 2019

Overall effectiveness: Outstanding
Leadership and management: Outstanding
Early years provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding: Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 8 October 2024

'Empowering learners and enriching lives' is more than a motto at Waterside Primary. Pupils are rightly proud of the vibrant learning environment and the extensive opportunities they have to thrive at this school. Through a rich and diverse curriculum, the school enables pupils to develop their aspirations and achieve their potential. The school is highly ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school gets to know pupils' needs from the time they start. Staff put effective support in place to meet those needs successfully. This helps all pupils succeed in their learning. Pupils speak with a knowledge and deep understanding of a wide range of topics. Pupils show maturity and respect in their relationships with staff and each other. Their behaviour around the school and in lessons reflects the school's values. Pupils feel safe and happy here. They enjoy a range of trips that enhance the curriculum, such as visits to the theatre. Pupils are proud of their roles and responsibilities, which include supporting the well-being of other pupils.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

59 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths64%

64%, 2 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths7%

7%, 1 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score105

105, 1 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score103

103, 2 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

473 pupils on roll, with places for 360

Eligible for free school meals27.3%

27.3%, 0.8 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language42.1%

42.1%, 20.5 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support9.7%

9.7%, 5.1 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3%

3%, 3 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Waterside Primary School

School	Distance	Ofsted	Results
Hanley St Luke's Church of England Academy	0.2 miles	Ofsted: Good	41% met the expected standard
Co-op Academy Northwood	0.5 miles	Ofsted: Good	Not published
St Mark's CofE Primary School	0.6 miles	Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good	44% met the expected standard
Co-op Academy Grove	0.6 miles	Ofsted: Good	54% met the expected standard
St George and St Martin's Catholic Academy	0.8 miles	Ofsted: Good	67% met the expected standard

School details

School type: Academy converter
Sector: Academy
Trust: THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Age range: 3 to 11
Gender: Mixed
Nursery classes: Yes
Headteacher: Mrs Louise Willis
Phone: 01782234630
Website: waterside.stoke.sch.uk (opens in a new tab)
Address: Eastwood Road, Hanley, Eastwood Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3JS
Local authority: Stoke-on-Trent
URN: 148121

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.