Gentleshaw Primary Academy
URN: 144604 • Rugeley WS15 4LY
Overview
- Name
- Gentleshaw Primary Academy
- URN
- 144604
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FUTURE GENERATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Genevieve Saunders (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01543227420
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Darlings Lane, Rugeley WS15 4LY
Summary
Gentleshaw Primary Academy, located in Rugeley, Staffordshire, is a mixed academy that serves 206 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 140. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Under the leadership of Headteacher Miss S Roobaert, Gentleshaw emphasizes high standards and strong values, ensuring that all students are inspired and supported in their learning journey.
The curriculum at Gentleshaw goes beyond traditional classroom activities, incorporating a variety of enrichment opportunities such as trips, performances, and clubs. This approach aims to broaden students' horizons and build their confidence. The school also places a strong emphasis on British Values, teaching principles such as democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance through both explicit lessons and everyday school life.
Gentleshaw Primary Academy prides itself on being a friendly and inclusive community, where pupils are encouraged to take risks and develop as well-rounded individuals. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, inviting them to participate in school activities and witness the positive impact of its educational ethos.
The curriculum at Gentleshaw goes beyond traditional classroom activities, incorporating a variety of enrichment opportunities such as trips, performances, and clubs. This approach aims to broaden students' horizons and build their confidence. The school also places a strong emphasis on British Values, teaching principles such as democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance through both explicit lessons and everyday school life.
Gentleshaw Primary Academy prides itself on being a friendly and inclusive community, where pupils are encouraged to take risks and develop as well-rounded individuals. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, inviting them to participate in school activities and witness the positive impact of its educational ethos.
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Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FUTURE GENERATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 110
- Girls
- 96
- FSM %
- 5.30
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 110 | 96 | 140 | 5.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 105 | 92 | 140 | 6.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 198 | 94 | 104 | 140 | 7.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 198 | 94 | 104 | 140 | 7.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 171 | 87 | 84 | 140 | 7.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 160 | 78 | 82 | 140 | 4.40 |
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