Best 3 Secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: St Joseph's College (Secondary) in Stoke-on-Trent; Ormiston Horizon Academy (Secondary) in Stoke on Trent; Haywood Academy (Secondary) in Stoke-on-Trent — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Joseph's College, Ormiston Horizon Academy and Haywood Academy. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Joseph's College), published Mar 2014. The lowest is 2 (Ormiston Horizon Academy), published Jan 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Ormiston Horizon Academy (Jan 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,250, typical FSM 25–30%, range 5–10%–40–45%; spread across trusts such as Ormiston Academies Trust and City Learning Trust.

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Attribute	St Joseph's College ST4 5NT	Ormiston Horizon Academy ST6 6JZ	Haywood Academy ST6 7AB
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST4 5NT	Stoke on Trent Staffordshire ST6 6JZ	Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST6 7AB
Latest Ofsted	1 6 Mar 2014	2 18 Jan 2024	2 14 Jun 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1115	1050	1050
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Stoke-on-Trent (861)	Ormiston Academies Trust	City Learning Trust
Website	stjosephstrentvale.com	www.ormistonhorizonacademy.co.uk	www.haywoodacademy.coop
Telephone	01782848008	01782883333	01782853535
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St Joseph's College

ST4 5NT

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST4 5NT
Ofsted: 1 6 Mar 2014
Pupils: ≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Stoke-on-Trent (861)
Website: stjosephstrentvale.com
Telephone: 01782848008

Ormiston Horizon Academy

ST6 6JZ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Stoke on Trent
Staffordshire
ST6 6JZ
Ofsted: 2 18 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Ormiston Academies Trust
Website: www.ormistonhorizonacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01782883333

Haywood Academy

ST6 7AB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST6 7AB
Ofsted: 2 14 Jun 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: City Learning Trust
Website: www.haywoodacademy.coop
Telephone: 01782853535

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.