Explore other schools in this area
See every school around ST3 7DF on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolSecondary
Ormiston Meridian Academy
Sandon Road, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 7DF, Stoke-on-Trent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
28.5 / 100
Bottom 29%
Better than 29% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,044
Capacity
966
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
108%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this secondary school demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly with a GCSE Attainment 8 score in the top 79% nationally. While 57% of students achieve a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, there is room for improvement in the percentage achieving grade 5 or higher, currently at 34%. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-16, though the LocaleIQ score suggests some challenges compared to other schools in the area.
Explore this location
Start from postcode ST3 7DF — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Ormiston Meridian Academy
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 12 January 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 40.2 | Bottom 22% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 57% | Bottom 27% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 34% | Bottom 24% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 21% | Bottom 29% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 13% | Bottom 29% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British67.5%
Asian Pakistani14.6%
White Other5.0%
Other2.8%
Black African2.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Asian Other1.2%
Mixed Other1.1%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Black Other0.9%
Asian Indian0.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Asian Chinese0.1%
Location
Loading map…
52.97147, -2.11780 · ST3 7DF
School details
Local authorityStoke-on-Trent
RegionWest Midlands
URN142186
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Ormiston Meridian Academy rated by Ofsted?
Ormiston Meridian Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 January 2022.
Is Ormiston Meridian Academy a good school?
Ormiston Meridian Academy scores 28.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 29% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Ormiston Meridian Academy in GCSEs?
Ormiston Meridian Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 40.2. 57% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
What are the best schools near ST3 7DF?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near ST3 7DF with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.