Waterside Primary School

About Waterside Primary School

Waterside Primary School is proud to be situated in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent where cultural richness and diversity is celebrated within our school and our local community. We are committed to ‘Empowering Learners’ and enriching lives.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Willis

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 26 responses • 5.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

88.4% positive 11.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

88.5% positive 11.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

84.7% positive 15.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

84.6% positive 15.4% negative

My child does well at this school

92.3% positive 7.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 26 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

21.4

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

55.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily B

Parent Jun 15, 2023

5.0

"Excellent Support for Our Child"

We've been incredibly impressed with the level of support and care provided to our child at Waterside Primary School. The staff are always approachable and willing to help, and the values of respect, determination, and excellence are truly embodied by the school. Our child has thrived in this environment and we couldn't be happier.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie M

Parent Mar 25, 2023

4.0

"A Welcoming and Supportive School"

We've been pleased with the welcome and support we've received at Waterside Primary School. The staff are friendly and approachable, and our child seems to be enjoying their time in the school. We appreciate the emphasis on British values and the personal development curriculum, which we believe is essential for their future success.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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James T

Parent Sep 17, 2022

4.0

"Good School, Some Room for Improvement"

We've been generally satisfied with Waterside Primary School, but we feel that there is room for improvement in some areas. The facilities are good, and the staff are friendly, but we've experienced some communication issues with the school administration. We hope that the school will continue to work on these areas to provide an even better experience for its students.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David G

Parent Jan 20, 2022

5.0

"An Outstanding School Experience"

We were thrilled with the education and experiences our children received at Waterside Primary School. The school's commitment to empowering learners and developing the whole child is truly impressive. We've seen our children grow into confident and compassionate individuals, and we have no hesitation in recommending Waterside to other families.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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