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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEN & Equality (sen)
- Admissions deadline: 31 October - to apply for your place, please click here (download)
- SEVERE WEATHER FORM (download)
- School Info (other)
- 01782 883000 (other)
- 01782 883003 (other)
- 01782 883033 (other)
- Admissions and Appeals (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Joseph's College (74.5)
- Painsley Catholic College (70.2)
- Endon High School (64.8)
- Alsager School (64.4)
- Painsley Catholic College (64.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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