Rykneld Primary School
URN: 145218 • Burton-on-Trent DE14 3EX
Overview
- Name
- Rykneld Primary School
- URN
- 145218
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- JOHN TAYLOR MAT
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rob Cruise (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01283247475
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Street, Burton-on-Trent DE14 3EX
Summary
Rykneld Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 621 pupils and a capacity of 630. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the school revolves around the mission statement "Achieve, Believe, Care," which emphasizes the importance of safety, respect, and high standards of behaviour.
The curriculum at Rykneld is designed to be rich and balanced, incorporating both academic and extracurricular opportunities. The school has recently undergone significant refurbishments, enhancing facilities such as the Early Years setting and outdoor learning spaces, including the implementation of Forest Schools for all children. This approach aims to foster children's happiness, well-being, and resilience.
Community involvement is highly valued at Rykneld, with children encouraged to participate in various leadership roles, including School Council and Eco-Warriors. The school promotes an open-door policy, welcoming parents and guardians to engage actively in their children's education and the broader school community.
The curriculum at Rykneld is designed to be rich and balanced, incorporating both academic and extracurricular opportunities. The school has recently undergone significant refurbishments, enhancing facilities such as the Early Years setting and outdoor learning spaces, including the implementation of Forest Schools for all children. This approach aims to foster children's happiness, well-being, and resilience.
Community involvement is highly valued at Rykneld, with children encouraged to participate in various leadership roles, including School Council and Eco-Warriors. The school promotes an open-door policy, welcoming parents and guardians to engage actively in their children's education and the broader school community.
Useful links
- 26th September 2025 (download)
- 19th September 2025 (download)
- 3rd October 2025 (download)
- 10th October 2025 (download)
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- Website design by Primarysite (other)
- Log in (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Shobnall Primary School (74.8)
- All Saints CofE (C) Primary School (72.5)
- Needwood CofE VA Primary School (72.1)
- The Mosley Academy (72.1)
- Shobnall Primary & Nursery School (71.6)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- JOHN TAYLOR MAT
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 621
- Boys
- 311
- Girls
- 310
- FSM %
- 17.20
- Open date
- 2017-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 621 | 311 | 310 | 630 | 17.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 631 | 311 | 320 | 630 | 14.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 623 | 314 | 309 | 630 | 13.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 623 | 314 | 309 | 630 | 13.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 607 | 308 | 299 | 630 | 10.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 611 | 316 | 295 | 630 | 5.20 |
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