What is the best primary school in Staffordshire?

On our composite score, St Filumena's Catholic Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Staffordshire, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Staffordshire?

There are 336 primary schools in Staffordshire with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Staffordshire ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Staffordshire?

Applications for Reception places in Staffordshire starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Staffordshire

Compare 336 top-rated primary schools in Staffordshire, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St Filumena's Catholic Primary School.

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The best primary schools in Staffordshire

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St Filumena's Catholic Primary School

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Shobnall Primary & Nursery School

St Dominic's Catholic Primary School

Newstead Primary Academy

Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Leasowes Primary School

Haughton St Giles CofE Primary Academy

Whitfield Valley Primary Academy

St Gregory's Catholic Academy

St Mary's Catholic Academy

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Christ Church CofE (C) Primary School

St Benedict Biscop CofE Primary School

Woodseaves CE Primary Academy

All Saints CofE (C) Primary School

Co-op Academy Friarswood

Rode Heath Primary School

The St. Mary's CofE Primary School

Greenways Primary Academy

Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School

St Peter's CofE Primary School

Our Lady and St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School

The Richard Crosse CofE Primary School

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