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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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