The Richard Clarke First School

URN: 148506 • Rugeley WS15 3BT

Overview

Name
The Richard Clarke First School
URN
148506
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
INNOVATE2EDUCATE PARTNERSHIP LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kay Hanson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01283840206
Website
Visit
Address
Schoolhouse Lane, Rugeley WS15 3BT

Summary

The Richard Clarke First School, located in Rugeley, Staffordshire, is a mixed primary academy catering to children aged 4 to 9 years. With a current enrolment of 109 pupils and a capacity of 150, the school prides itself on maintaining small class sizes, which supports personalised learning and individual attention. The school is part of the Innovate 2 Educate Partnership, focusing on innovative teaching methods to enhance educational outcomes.

The school offers a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be polite, confident, and collaborative learners. The dedicated staff aim to meet the individual needs of each child, fostering a secure and happy atmosphere conducive to learning. Additionally, Richard Clarke First School features Clarke’s Club, providing wrap-around care, and an onsite private nursery for pre-school children.

As a feeder school for Oldfields Hall Middle School and Thomas Alleyne’s High School, Richard Clarke First School plays a vital role in the local educational community. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its ethos and values firsthand.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
4 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
INNOVATE2EDUCATE PARTNERSHIP LIMITED
Capacity
150
Pupils
109
Boys
56
Girls
53
FSM %
0.90
Open date
2021-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 109 56 53 150 0.90
2024-09-11 103 55 48 150 0.00
2023-09-11 126 69 57 150 4.00
2022-09-11 126 69 57 150 4.00
2021-09-11 150

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