Roaches School
School summary
Roaches School is a notably small independent in Stoke-on-Trent, with around 44 pupils on roll across its mixed intake. Its scale places it firmly among the smallest of independent schools, which means classes and year groups are tiny by most standards and pupils are likely to be known individually by staff. The school offers boarding alongside day places and has no religious affiliation. Inspection is carried out by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).
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Teaching & academics
Entry is available at age 11, including via an 11+ assessment. Given the very small roll, families can expect a closely supervised environment where teaching is shaped around individuals rather than large cohorts.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
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A small, boarding-friendly independent that may suit families wanting a tight-knit setting where every pupil is known.
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Roaches School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.