Alder Coppice Primary School
89%
Capacity
386
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Alder Coppice Primary School
Alder Coppice Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 435 places).
Ofsted has rated Alder Coppice Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Mandelstam, it falls under Dudley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9081st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 69 in Dudley.
Alder Coppice Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alder Coppice Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Alder Coppice Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Northway, Dudley, Dudley, DY3 3PS |
| Headteacher | Peter Mandelstam |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 435 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9081st of 13,686
Nationally
923rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
42nd of 69
In Dudley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alder Coppice Primary School
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Contact Information
Northway, Dudley
Dudley, DY3 3PS
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