Clayton Hall Academy, Newcastle-under-Lyme

SecondaryData as of May 2026

Clayton Hall Academy

Clayton Lane, Clayton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3DN

A Good-rated secondary school in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

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Pupils

780

Ages

11-16

FSM

18.0%

Attainment 8

45.6

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

45.6

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

20.6%

Basics 9-5

37.3%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

36.6%

EBacc APS

4.02

EBacc 9-5

11.3%

EBacc 9-4

19.7%

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About Clayton Hall Academy

Clayton Hall Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.6. The school has around 780 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Clayton Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3DN | More schools in Staffordshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Clayton Hall Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2024 — Good
Sept 2021 — Requires improvement
Jun 2013 — Good (predecessor: Clayton Hall Business and Language College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Clayton Hall Academy

What is Clayton Hall Academy's Ofsted rating?

Clayton Hall Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Clayton Hall Academy's latest exam results?

Clayton Hall Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Clayton Hall Academy located?

Clayton Hall Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire (ST5 3DN).

How many pupils attend Clayton Hall Academy?

Clayton Hall Academy has around 780 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Clayton Hall Academy with other schools?

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