Alumwell Infant School
100%
Capacity
270
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Alumwell Infant School
Alumwell Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Alumwell Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carole-Ann Hammond, it falls under Walsall local authority.
Alumwell Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 81 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 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 Alumwell Infant School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Walsall, Alumwell Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Primley Avenue, Walsall, Walsall, WS2 9UP |
| Headteacher | Carole-Ann Hammond |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.3% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 270 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed81
104
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Primley Avenue, Walsall
Walsall, WS2 9UP
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