Moorgate Primary Academy

URN: 140995 • Tamworth B79 7EL

Overview

Name
Moorgate Primary Academy
URN
140995
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Williams (since 2025)
Telephone
01827215240
Website
Visit
Address
Moorgate, Tamworth B79 7EL

Summary

Moorgate Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in the heart of The Leys community in Tamworth, Staffordshire. With a current enrolment of 302 pupils and a capacity of 315, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive. The academy is part of the Staffordshire University Academies Trust, which supports its educational initiatives and contributes to a well-rounded learning experience.

The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision: "Achieve, Challenge, Enjoy!" Moorgate offers an enriched curriculum designed to foster lifelong learning, with numerous extended opportunities for students to engage in various activities. Recent events include a Christmas concert, participation in the Young Voices concert, and community fundraising efforts, demonstrating the school's commitment to both educational excellence and community involvement.

Moorgate Primary Academy places a strong emphasis on mental health and well-being, with initiatives such as Hello Yellow Day to promote awareness among students. The school also provides practical learning experiences, such as visits to local businesses, enhancing students' understanding of the world around them.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
315
Pupils
302
Boys
158
Girls
144
FSM %
29.40
Open date
2014-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 302 158 144 315 29.40
2024-09-11 312 164 148 315 29.70
2023-09-11 296 155 141 315 33.10
2022-09-11 296 155 141 315 33.10
2021-09-11 280 149 131 315 31.40
2020-09-11 276 141 135 315 25.00

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