St Leonard's CofE First School, Stafford

In its own words: "Love is at the heart of our school, our love of learning, God, ourselves, and others. We are committed to offering a rich curriculum that allows all to flourish both academically and spiritually. We want all to have a voice, knowing we can make a difference."

From the headteacher's welcome: "We are a small, unique First school; part of Staffordshire University Academies Trust and the Diocese of Lichfield. We have a strong, family atmosphere and are committed to providing a bespoke school journey for each pupil. All staff are highly motivated and resolute in providing the very best education possible."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include gardening and eco club.

For September 2026 entry, 9 families put St Leonard's CofE First School as their first choice and 18 named it as one of their preferences, for 9 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to St Leonard's CofE First School are All Saints CofE Primary School, Bednall (1.8 miles, Requires improvement, 67% reading, 44% maths); Burton Manor Primary School (1.8 miles, Good, 80% reading, 82% maths); Silkmore Primary Academy (2.1 miles, Outstanding, 87% reading, 80% maths); and Flash Ley Primary School (2.1 miles, Good, 89% reading, 93% maths).

St Leonard's CofE First School is one of 21 schools run by Staffordshire University Academies Trust, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 68% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

27 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about St Leonard's CofE First School (as of September 2025): 85% would recommend the school, 96% say their child is happy there and 88% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.

The strongest agreement was that their child does well at the school (96%); the weakest, that the school supports their child's wider development (78%).

13.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 0% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (80%) and Mixed (7%).

In 2026, 9 pupils (12%) received SEN support and 2 (2.7%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

The nearest railway station is Penkridge Rail Station, about 2.5 miles away in a straight line.

3 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is School Lane (adjacent), 130 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 7 crimes within a mile of the school, most often drug offences, violence and sexual offences and other theft. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Staffordshire (86).

In 2024/25, St Leonard's CofE First School issued 1 suspension, 1.3 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.