Penkridge Middle School

About Penkridge Middle School

Penkridge Middle School is an academy converter in Stafford, Staffordshire, England, for pupils aged 9–13. It has 500 pupils on roll. It is part of PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST. At the end of Key Stage 2, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 15.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 2% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority

Staffordshire →

School Type

Academy converter

Phase

Middle deemed secondary

Age Range

Ages 9–13

Gender

Mixed

Pupils / Capacity

500 / 500 (100%)

Sixth Form

Does not have a sixth form

Nursery

No Nursery Classes

Religious Character

Does not apply

Admissions Policy

Non-selective

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address

Marsh Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST19 5BW

Phone

01785413400

Acting Head Teacher

Andrew Grocutt

Website

https://www.penkridge.staffs.sch.uk/

Academy Trust

Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Penkridge Middle School?

Penkridge Middle School is an academy converter in Stafford, Staffordshire, England, for pupils aged 9–13.

How many pupils does Penkridge Middle School have?

Penkridge Middle School has 500 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Penkridge Middle School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

57% of pupils at Penkridge Middle School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Penkridge Middle School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Penkridge Middle School is part of PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST.

Where is Penkridge Middle School?

Penkridge Middle School is located at Marsh Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST19 5BW.