Penkridge Middle School

URN: 144206 • Stafford ST19 5BW

Overview

Name
Penkridge Middle School
URN
144206
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Grocutt (since 2025) , Acting Head Teacher
Telephone
01785413400
Website
Visit
Address
Marsh Lane, Stafford ST19 5BW

Summary

Penkridge Middle School is a mixed academy converter located in Stafford, serving students aged 9 to 13. With a capacity of 500 pupils, the school is committed to providing a safe and inspiring learning environment. The ethos of the school is built around the values of effort, encouragement, and excellence, aiming to foster both academic achievement and personal growth among its students.

The curriculum at Penkridge Middle School is designed to be broad and balanced, offering a variety of subjects and extracurricular activities led by qualified teachers. The school emphasizes the importance of character development, promoting values such as kindness, empathy, and resilience, which are essential for students' success in life. The school community is encouraged to embody the principles of being Ready, Respectful, and Safe.

Communication and collaboration between parents, students, and staff are highly valued at Penkridge Middle School. The headteacher, Mr. A Grocutt, emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in the educational journey, fostering a supportive community that works together to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
500
Pupils
500
Boys
250
Girls
250
FSM %
17.00
Open date
2018-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 500 250 250 500 17.00
2024-09-11 481 245 236 500 15.40
2023-09-11 461 248 213 500 12.10
2022-09-11 461 248 213 500 12.10
2021-09-11 462 244 218 500 11.90
2020-09-11 465 256 209 400 9.70

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