The Richard Clarke First School

URN: 124052 • Rugeley WS15 3BT

Overview

Name
The Richard Clarke First School
URN
124052
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kay Hanson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
School House Lane, Rugeley WS15 3BT

Summary

The Richard Clarke First School is a mixed community primary school located in Rugeley, Staffordshire, serving families in Abbots Bromley and the surrounding areas. With a current enrolment of 113 pupils and a capacity of 150, the school offers five single-entry classes for children aged 4 to 9 years. The school prides itself on maintaining small class sizes to provide personalised attention and support to each child.

The school is committed to fostering a caring and secure environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Staff members are experienced and dedicated to meeting the individual needs of students, promoting a culture of collaboration and exemplary behaviour. The Richard Clarke First School is part of the Innovate 2 Educate Partnership, which aims to enhance educational practices and outcomes.

In addition to its academic offerings, the school features Clarke’s Club, a wrap-around care service, and an onsite private nursery for pre-school children. As a feeder school for Oldfields Hall Middle School and Thomas Alleyne’s High School in Uttoxeter, Richard Clarke First School plays a vital role in the educational journey of its students.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
113
Boys
54
Girls
59
FSM %
4.40
Open date
Close date
2021-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-01-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 113 54 59 150 4.40
2024-09-11 113 54 59 150 4.40
2023-09-11 113 54 59 150 4.40
2022-09-11 113 54 59 150 4.40
2021-09-11 113 54 59 150 4.40
2020-09-11 124 60 64 150 4.00

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