St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

URN: 140149 • Stoke-on-Trent ST6 6LZ

Overview

Name
St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy
URN
140149
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE NEWMAN CATHOLIC COLLEGIATE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dominic McKenna (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01782883000
Website
Visit
Address
Little Chell Lane, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 6LZ

Summary

St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Stoke-on-Trent, serving the local Catholic community as part of the Lasallian network of schools. The academy is committed to the values of the Catholic Church, aiming to provide a holistic education that nurtures students from diverse backgrounds and abilities. The school emphasizes the development of responsible, compassionate, and confident young adults who are prepared to serve their communities.

With a current enrollment of 1,139 pupils and a capacity of 1,200, St Margaret Ward offers a curriculum designed to meet high academic standards while fostering personal growth. The school encourages students to embody the principles of its patrons, including St Margaret Ward and St John Henry Newman, inspiring them to contribute positively to society and uphold integrity in their actions.

The academy prioritizes excellent teaching, high standards of behaviour, and a supportive environment, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed. Parents can find more information about admissions, events, and the curriculum on the school's website.

Key details

LA
Stoke-on-Trent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE NEWMAN CATHOLIC COLLEGIATE
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1139
Boys
552
Girls
587
FSM %
36.50
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1139 552 587 1200 36.50
2024-09-11 1162 556 606 1200 32.10
2023-09-11 1157 544 613 1200 26.50
2022-09-11 1157 544 613 1200 26.50
2021-09-11 1134 557 577 1200 21.40
2020-09-11 1102 524 578 1200 17.70

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