The short version
Below-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 10.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025
- The school is at capacity (124% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
10.5
33.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
74% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 77
- Capacity
- 100%
Governance
- Local authority
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Head
- Mrs Katie Jackson
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
October 2023 | Inspection
Additional inspection
February 2023 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
June 2022 | Inspection
Additional inspection
February 2021 | Inspection
Additional inspection
July 2020 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2018 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
April 2018 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
April 2015 | Inspection
Location
Field Avenue, Baddeley Green, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST2 7AS
Town setting
Questions parents ask
What is Sporting Stars Academy's Ofsted rating?
Sporting Stars Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in July 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Sporting Stars Academy?
Sporting Stars Academy currently has 77 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Sporting Stars Academy take?
Sporting Stars Academy caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Sporting Stars Academy?
Sporting Stars Academy is in Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 7AS, in the Stoke-on-Trent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Sporting Stars Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Sporting Stars Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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